Under Armour Nashville Regional Highlights Future Football Stars

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The lineup of talent set to compete at this Sunday’s Under Armour Nashville regional is impressive. Scheduled for March 30 at Lipscomb Academy, 247Sports will be present to offer real-time updates, explore top performers, and provide fans with the latest recruiting insights.

The Under Armour Next Football Camps Series, developed in collaboration with Intersport and 3STEP Sports, emphasizes skill development above everything else. The series will evaluate various athletic metrics, including the 40-yard dash, pro agility, and vertical jump. Participants can engage in optional stations featuring individual drills and head-to-head contests with fellow elite athletes in their respective positions. Additionally, players will demonstrate their abilities in 1-on-1 matchups.

Here’s a snapshot of some standout prospects expected to attend.

Bell Buckle (Tenn.) Webb School Top247 receiver Joel Wyatt is a standout among the 2026 class. Standing at 6-4 and weighing 192 pounds, he is ranked No. 42 overall by 247Sports, holding offers from Tennessee, LSU, Auburn, Florida State, and several others.

Chattanooga (Tenn.) Baylor School class of 2026 Top247 offensive lineman Gabriel Osenda, weighing in at 6-7 and 330 pounds, ranks as the No. 70 overall recruit in the nation. He made a commitment to Tennessee on January 11 during the Navy All-American Bowl.

Brownsville (Tenn.) Haywood Top247 cornerback Caden Harris, a 6-0, 160-pound prospect, is one to watch on a national scale. Listed as the No. 92 overall player in the 2026 class by 247Sports, Harris is nearing a commitment and is weighing options including Notre Dame, Ole Miss, Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee among others.

Little Rock (Ark.) Central four-star defensive lineman Anthony Kennedy Jr. is yet another top 2026 prospect on the roster. This 6-3, 290-pound player pledged to Missouri back on December 14, 2024.

Gainesville (Ga.) High three-star edge rusher Jamarion Matthews will make the journey from Georgia for this camp. The 6-2, 240-pound athlete arrives ready to represent Alabama, to which he is committed.

Clarksville (Tenn.) Kirkwood three-star offensive lineman Kamari Blair, a 6-6, 280-pounder from the 2026 class, boasts over 20 offers, with official visits scheduled for Vanderbilt and Georgia Tech, while also considering programs like South Carolina, Virginia Tech, and Kentucky.

Knoxville (Tenn.) Catholic three-star receiver Tyreek King is committed to Tennessee, having chosen the Volunteers over Alabama, Auburn, Maryland, and others. He stands at 5-10 and weighs 170 pounds.

Brentwood (Tenn.) Ravenwood three-star quarterback Femi Babalola is a noteworthy player to follow. The 6-3, 205-pound quarterback is heavily looking into options like NC State, Boston College, Tulane, among others.

Chattanooga (Tenn.) Baylor School class of 2026 three-star safety Kolby Barrett, weighing 6-2 and 190 pounds, holds offers from Mississippi State, Georgia Tech, Vanderbilt, and more.

Nolensville (Tenn.) High three-star receiver Oliver Bender, a 6-4, 170-pounder from the 2026 class, has received offers from Pittsburgh, Syracuse, and additional programs.

Medina (Tenn.) South Gibson three-star defensive lineman Yahya Gaad measures 6-5 and weighs 260 pounds, and is committed to SMU.

Memphis (Tenn.) Whitehaven class of 2026 three-star edge rusher Cory House stands at 6-5 and weighs 240 pounds, sporting offers from Arkansas, Georgia Tech, Illinois, UNLV, and others.

Nashville (Tenn.) Ensworth class of 2026 three-star tight end Eli Wilt is a 6-5, 242-pound prospect with offers from East Tennessee State, Eastern Kentucky, Lindenwood, Miami (OH), Troy, and more.

Jackson (Tenn.) University School of Jackson three-star running back Lekhy Thompkins, weighing 6-1 and 227 pounds, holds offers from Louisville, Purdue, Mississippi State, and additional schools.

Nashville (Tenn.) CPA class of 2026 three-star receiver Owen Cabell, a 6-3, 195-pound prospect, has offers from Indiana, Wisconsin, Boston College, and more.

Nashville (Tenn.) Montgomery Bell Academy class of 2026 quarterback Hugh Price, a 6-5, 190-pound three-star recruit, has garnered offers from Boston College, Indiana, Louisville, Michigan, and a variety of others.

Moody (Ala.) High class of 2026 three-star receiver Josiah Dozier, standing at 6-2 and weighing 190 pounds, has received offers from UAB, Memphis, Liberty, Georgia Tech, Ole Miss, among others.

Nashville (Tenn.) Christian School class of 2026 three-star running back TJ Ward Jr. measures 6-0 and 200 pounds with offers from Auburn, Florida State, Indiana, and several others.

Nashville (Tenn.) Pearl-Cohn class of 2026 three-star cornerback Joshua Sims is a 6-0, 170-pound athlete with offers from Georgia Tech, Northwestern, Duke, and additional programs.

Franklin (Tenn.) Battle Ground Academy class of 2026 quarterback Kaedyn Marable, a 6-3, 180-pound athlete, currently has an offer from East Tennessee State, with expectations of accumulating more in the near future.

Moody (Ala.) High’s class of 2027 edge rusher Ba’Roc Willis, ranked as the No. 61 overall player, measures 6-3 and weighs 220 pounds, holding offers from Alabama, Auburn, LSU, Kentucky, and several others.

Brandon (Miss.) High class of 2027 Top247 running back Tyson Robinson, who is ranked No. 98 overall, stands 5-9 and weighs 195 pounds, with offers from Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Tennessee, and more.

Brentwood (Tenn.) Academy class of 2027 receiver Eli Ferguson is a 5-11, 165-pound talent with offers from Florida State, Kentucky, Maryland, UCLA, and others.

Park Ridge (Ill.) Maine South class of 2027 quarterback Jameson Purcell is 6-2 and weighs 180 pounds, having received offers from Arkansas, Auburn, Florida, and others.

Somerset (Ky.) Pulaski County offensive lineman Brady Hull, standing at 6-3 and 280 pounds, holds offers from Kentucky, Miami (OH), Virginia Tech, and others.

Louisville (Ky.) Christian Academy of Louisville athlete Man Robinson is an exciting class of 2028 prospect. This 5-11, 170-pound player has already secured offers from Florida State, Kentucky, Louisville, Oklahoma, and more.

Alexander City (Ala.) Benjamin Russell class of 2028 quarterback Kingston Preyear, weighing 6-2 and 190 pounds, has received offers from FIU, Houston, Ole Miss, Purdue, and several others.

Louisville (Ky.) Christian Academy of Louisville class of 2028 athlete Kellan Hall, a 6-4, 235-pounder, has garnered offers from Michigan, Kentucky, Louisville, Oklahoma, among others.

Franklin (Tenn.) Battle Ground Academy class of 2028 defensive lineman Ayden Woodruff is a 6-5, 265-pound worthy prospect with offers from Kentucky, Liberty, Missouri, and more.

Nashville (Tenn.) Lipscomb Academy quarterback Ty Snell is a promising talent in the class of 2029. Standing at 6-3 and weighing 175 pounds, he is already attracting interest from Tennessee, Vanderbilt, and several others, with Marshall and Arkansas State having extended offers.

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Englewood (Colo.) Cherry Creek defensive lineman Tufanua Ionatana Umu-Cais has received an invitation to participate in the 2026 Polynesian Bowl, as announced on Tuesday.
The standout player from Colorado expressed his excitement about this honor.
“Being selected to the Polynesian Bowl is a huge honor,” stated Umu-Cais. “It’s a recognition of all the hard work, dedication, and sacrifices I’ve made, and it means even more knowing how much pride and history are connected to the game. I have seen many players in the Poly Bowl and even players that are in the league now. It is truly special to be a part of something like that.”
Umu-Cais is eager to immerse himself in the experience in Hawaii.
“I’m extremely excited,” he said. “The Polynesian culture is so rich, full of pride, family, and tradition. I’m looking forward to learning more, meeting new people, and embracing everything the experience has to offer. I am extremely excited to immerse myself in the Poly community because it’s my culture. I can’t wait to really put on for my family as well as my community.”
This will mark his first visit to the Aloha State.
“I haven’t been to Hawaii yet, so this will be my first time,” Umu-Cais shared. “I’m really looking forward to it—the beauty, the culture, and the experience of a lifetime.”
Additionally, Umu-Cais is enthusiastic about the opportunity to compete alongside some of the nation’s top talents.
“I do not know the roster yet and what players are going to be attending, but I look forward to meeting them and also competing,” he noted.
The roster for the 2026 Polynesian Bowl includes early invitees such as Immanuel Iheanacho, Faizon Brandon, DJ Jacobs, Myson Johnson-Cook, Brandon Arrington, Chris Henry Jr., Kendre Harrison, Cederian Morgan, Honor Fa’alave-Johnson, Xavier Griffin, Kelsey Adams, Jamier Brown, George Toia, and Jett Washington.
The 2027 Polynesian Bowl will feature early invites including Elijah Haven, Trent Seaborn, and Marcus Fakatou.
Launched in 2017, the Polynesian Bowl saw its first Offensive MVP awarded to former Stanford all-purpose back Connor Wedington, while Buffalo Bills defensive lineman A.J. Epenesa earned the Defensive MVP. The following year, Kyler Gordon from the Chicago Bears and Tanner McKee from the Philadelphia Eagles were named Co-MVPs.
The 2019 contest awarded co-MVP honors to Daniel Heimuli, a linebacker from Arizona, and Puka Nacua of the Los Angeles Rams. In 2020, Sol-Jay Maiava, the quarterback from BYU, and Meki Pei from Hawaii won co-MVP awards.
The 2021 edition saw Travis Hunter from Colorado take home the offensive MVP title, while Jaishawn Barham of Michigan earned defensive MVP honors. In 2023, Nico Iamaleava, a quarterback from Tennessee, was named offensive MVP, and linebacker Andrew Harris garnered defensive MVP accolades.
The 2024 game awarded offensive MVP to Mike Matthews from Tennessee and defensive MVP to David Stone of Oklahoma. Lastly, the 2025 contest featured co-MVPs on offense in Husan Longstreet from USC and Dakorien Moore from Oregon, while 2026 defensive lineman Deuce Geralds earned the defensive MVP honor.
The tenth Polynesian Bowl is scheduled for January 16, 2026, in Honolulu and will be broadcasted by NFL Network.
For more details on the 2026 Polynesian Bowl roster, go here.
The eleventh Polynesian Bowl is slated for January 22, 2027, in Honolulu and will also be aired by NFL Network.
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Creighton Secures Former MEAC Player of the Year Blake Harper
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Blake Harper, a standout freshman basketball player from Howard University, confirmed his transfer to Creighton University on Sunday through social media.
Harper, who garnered both the MEAC Player and Rookie of the Year honors, shared his decision on Instagram @_bharp.
“you can’t say i ain’t earn it??” he wrote. “RDJ”
A Washington, D.C. native who previously played at Gonzaga College High School, Harper entered the transfer portal on March 24 and ultimately chose Creighton, turning down offers from LSU and Ohio State. Standing 6-foot-8, he also had the choice to return to Howard.
Harper is set to join a Creighton team coached by Greg McDermott, who led the Bluejays to an impressive 25-11 overall record, including a 15-5 performance in the Big East Conference during the 2024-25 season. The Bluejays secured an NCAA Tournament spot and concluded the season ranked 24th in the USA Today Coaches poll.
Throughout the 2024-25 season, Harper made an impact at Howard, starting in all 32 games and averaging 19.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.4 assists, contributing to the Bison’s 12-20 record, which included a 7-7 performance in the MEAC.
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Which Teams Are Leading Michigan High School Baseball This Week?
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The Michigan high school baseball season has kicked off, and we’re here to deliver weekly rankings of the top teams across the state during the spring and summer months.
Check out this week’s standout teams in the Mitten region.
Michigan High School Baseball Rankings: Apr. 29
1. Bay City Western (12-1)
Bay City Western triumphed over Flint Powers Catholic 9-0 last Thursday but faced a setback with a 4-1 loss against Midland on Monday. The Warriors are gearing up for their next games against Lapeer on May 1 and Grand Blanc on May 5.
2. De La Salle (12-2)
The Pilots swept Auburn Hills Avondale on Saturday, winning both games 15-0, with game one ending after four innings and game two after three. De La Salle’s next challenge comes in the form of a doubleheader against Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice on April 30.
3. Northville (14-1)
The Mustangs notched wins against Hartland and two over Utica last week, followed by a victory against Howell on Monday. Northville is poised for a rematch against Howell on April 30.
4. Dakota (11-4)
After a heavy 10-0 loss to Rochester Adams last weekend, the Cougars bounced back with decisive wins against Sterling Heights Stevenson, claiming victories of 10-0 on Monday and 14-2 on Tuesday. Dakota is slated to face Stevenson two more times to wrap up their four-game series.
5. Birmingham Brother Rice (11-6)
The Warriors pulled off a sweep against Detroit Edison last week (2-0) and secured a 10-6 victory over Hartland on Friday. Up next, Brother Rice will face rival De La Salle for a doubleheader on April 30.
6. Grosse Pointe South (18-2)
With a win over Detroit Edison on Saturday, the Blue Devils set a new school record with their 15th consecutive victory. Although they stumbled against Anchor Bat on Monday, they have a chance for revenge on April 30 and May 1.
7. Saline (15-1)
The Hornets swept Chelsea in two games on Saturday and achieved a similar result against Ann Arbor Huron on Monday. With a five-game winning streak, Saline is stepping into the final match of their three-game series against Ann Arbor Huron on April 30.
8. Orchard Lake St. Mary’s (10-8)
OLSM traveled to Ohio over spring break, where they faced three games: an 8-7 defeat against Anthony Wayne, a 3-2 loss to Defiance on Saturday, and an 8-3 loss to Perrysburg later that day. The Eaglets are set to resume their Catholic League schedule on April 30 with a doubleheader against U of D Jesuit.
9. Romeo (16-2)
The Bulldogs are on an impressive seven-game winning streak, recently sweeping Stoney Creek on Saturday. They’ll look to maintain their momentum with a visit to Utica Ford next on May 1.
10. Sterling Heights Stevenson (12-2)
Stevenson is riding a three-game winning streak after defeating Anchor Bay twice on Saturday and mercying Dakota on Monday. The Titans will meet Dakota again on April 30 and May 1 before a brief pause, then face Utica Ford on May 5.
11. Hudsonville (12-2)
The Eagles wrapped up last week with a strong 5-1 record, including victories against Jenison and Rockford. Hudsonville is set to take on Rockford again on May 1 before hosting a doubleheader against Maple Valley the following day.
12. Jenison (8-2)
The Wildcats dominated Muskegon with a 15-0 win but narrowly lost to Hudsonville 9-8 last week. They split a doubleheader against Caledonia on Tuesday (W, 10-0; L, 3-2), with a rubber match scheduled for May 1.
13. New Boston Huron (16-0)
The Chiefs kept their unbeaten record intact last week with wins over Allen Park and Milan. They are set to play Flat Rock next on April 30 and have a matchup with Dearborn Divine Child on May 2.
14. Detroit Catholic Central (10-6)
The Shamrocks are currently on a four-game winning streak, most recently sweeping Portage Central on Tuesday. Up next, Detroit Catholic Central will face St. Francis de Sales in a doubleheader on April 30.
15. West Bloomfield (8-3)
The Lakers split a doubleheader with Rochester last week and followed that up with back-to-back wins against Groves, including an 8-1 victory on Tuesday. West Bloomfield will meet Groves once more on May 1 before taking on Stoney Creek on May 3.
16. Dexter (13-6)
The Dreadnaughts have struggled recently, dropping four of their last six games, including both matches in a doubleheader against Ann Arbor Skyline on Monday. They have another opportunity against Skyline on April 30 before heading to Adrian on May 3.
17. Woodhaven (15-5)
The Warriors have secured consecutive victories after experiencing two losses in a row, with their latest triumph coming against Dearborn Edsel Ford, winning 2-1 in a dramatic nine-inning game on Monday. Woodhaven’s upcoming opponents include Wyandotte on April 30, followed by Taylor on May 1.
18. Rochester Adams (15-4)
Rochester Adams holds a 2-2 record over its last four games, having recently suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Stoney Creek on Tuesday. The Highlanders have another chance to face Stoney Creek on May 2 before taking on Grosse Pointe North in a doubleheader on May 3.
19. Trenton (13-3)
The Trojans went 2-1 at the 9th Bob Kreszyn Classic on Saturday, achieving victories over Wayland and Flint Powers Catholic, with their only setback against Utica Ford. Additionally, Trenton triumphed over Taylor on Monday, and their next matchup is against Dearborn Edsel Ford on April 30.
20. Midland (6-2)
Midland upset the top-ranked team in the state, securing a 4-1 victory over Bay City Western on Monday. Despite a number of canceled games this season, the Chemics’ schedule is about to heat up, starting with a game against Davison on April 30.
21. Pontiac Notre Dame Prep (9-5)
Pontiac Notre Dame Prep faced a tough doubleheader against Flushing on Saturday, resulting in two losses, but bounced back on Monday with a solid 9-2 win over U of D Jesuit.
22. Detroit Western (13-5)
After a 12-7 win against Grosse Pointe North on Saturday, the Cowboys suffered an 8-3 loss to Grosse Pointe South later that day. However, they regained their momentum with a 5-2 victory over Cass Tech on Tuesday. Detroit Western is set to face Livonia Stevenson next on April 30.
23. Grand Ledge (13-5)
The Comets faced a tough defeat in a doubleheader against Okemos on Monday, breaking a four-game winning streak. Grand Ledge will aim to bounce back during a doubleheader against Lansing Everett on May 1.
24. Mattawan (8-2-3)
Mattawan has triumphed in four of its last five outings, although they faced a setback against Grandville, losing 4-3 on Saturday. The Wildcats will take on Gull Lake next in a doubleheader on April 30.
25. Allen Park (8-5)
The Jaguars managed to avoid a third consecutive loss by overpowering Lincoln Park with a decisive 15-0 win on Monday. Allen Park will look to build on this momentum as they prepare to host Taylor for a doubleheader on April 30.
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