Over the past five years, Jacksonville Raines has had one of the best defenses in the state. Last year the Vikings defense was so dominant that they lost their second head coach to join a staff at another school as a defensive coordinator. Every one in the state knows about star safety Donsay Hardeman, but it’s another Viking who is started to get attention. Dennis Perdue caught up with William Raines high school linebacker Kion Wilson to ask him about his junior year his expectations for his upcoming season and what school he might be attending.

After a week of upsets in the top 25, the new poll has some changes. With teams like St. Augustine High and Miami Northwestern moving up in the polls it makes for an exciting week of football ahead. (Miami Northwestern pictured)

On Friday September 9, there were two teams squaring off to prove its Florida Prospects’ state ranking, was not considered “overrated.” Miami Booker T. Washington Tornadoes and Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna Lions were ranked number two and seven in the Florida Prospects’ state poll, respectively. In what was picked as the game of the week, Washington showed why they are considered one of the best teams in the state.

The past two years have seen Lakeland Lake Gibson make it to the state championship game only to fall short. Although they have lost many of their starters from the previous two years, they do return a handful of seniors returning who are looking to return to the state championship game. Michael Holloway caught up with Lake Gibson’s star defensive back Chris Duvalt to ask him about his junior year his expectations for his upcoming season and what school he might be attending.

There were plenty of upsets in week one of the polls. None bigger than American Heritage 32-10 victory at Miami Pace. Here is a look at the rankings for week two. (Number One Lakeland pictured)

On Friday September 2, St. Thomas Aquinas (1-0) played host to Cardinal Gibbons for a friendly football game. The only problem was that Aquinas was not a pleasant host, putting Cardinal Gibbons Redskins (0-1) in the dark 35-3, while securing there spot as a state power.

Monday night’s football game between Pompano Blanche Ely Tigers and Boyd Anderson Cobras, was a prime example of the cliché “Its Not Over Until Its Over.” The Tigers had a convincing 19-point lead for three quarters to see it all vanish in the fourth. (Boyd Anderson quarterback Herb Bynes pictured)

With the football season underway, Florida Prospects releases Week One of our Top 25 Poll for the entire state. (Number one Lakeland pictured)

After rushing for over 1,400 yards as a junior, Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson running back Jamar Dukes is ready for a huge senior year.

Each year the state is blessed with certain athletes who can make a difference on offense and defense. These special athletes are the centerpieces of many championship teams year in and year out. One athlete who hopes to help lead is team to a championship is Palm Beach Lakes star Brandon Heath.

Every week, Florida Prospects will like to recognize the top performances of our athletes with our Friday Night Stars feature. After every football game, please fill out a form located on the bottom left hand side of the website. Just complete the form and every Friday night we will showcase the top performances on the front page of the website.

With fall practices underway, Florida Prospects will begin to release its preseason teams from each region and for the entire state. Today Florida Prospects releases its All Florida Prospects South Team. (Herbert Bynes of Lauderdale Lakes Boyd Anderson pictured)

With fall practices underway, Florida Prospects will begin to release its preseason teams from each region and for the entire state. Today Florida Prospects releases its All Florida Prospects Southwest Team. (Ricky Gary of Pahokee pictured)

Each year the state produces hidden gems that go on to be productive players on the collegiate level. Michael Holloway caught up with Thomas Bishop one of the hidden gems in the state to ask him about his junior year his expectations for his upcoming season and what school he might be attending.

Port St. Lucie Star Linebacker Chasman Davis has a message for the rest of the players in the state. After enduring a hurricane shorten season in which his team went 6-1 only to be eliminated from the playoffs in the first round, Davis is on a mission to destroy all of his opponents.

Palm Beach Gardens do it all athlete Emmanuel Cook doesn’t lack of confidence. In fact he is quick to tell you that he is one of the best players in the state. Why should he lack confidence? He helped to lead the Gators to an 8-2 record last year before losing in the Regional Finals to Pompano Beach Ely. This year the Gators are looking to make another run at the state title and Cook will be leading the way.

With fall practices underway, Florida Prospects will begin to release its preseason teams from each region and for the entire state. Today Florida Prospects releases its All Florida Prospects Central Team. (Daron Rose of Tampa Jefferson pictured)

With fall practices underway, Florida Prospects will begin to release its preseason teams from each region and for the entire state. Today Florida Prospects releases its All Florida Prospects Central Team. (Richard Jackson of Clermont East Ridge pictured)

With fall practices underway, Florida Prospects will begin to release its preseason teams from each region and for the entire state. Today Florida Prospects releases its All Florida Prospects North Team. (C.J. Spiller pictured)

One of the state's top running back prospects is Devan James of Pompano Beach Ely. At 5'10 170lbs James is quick and elusive and hard to catch once he gets past the line of scrimmage.

One of the top sleepers in the state is running back Jamar Dukes of Lauderhill Lakes Boyd Anderson. Today Florida Prospects gives you an exclusive look at one of the state's best kept secret.

Last year Bradford County had one of the best rushing attacks in the state. One of the biggest reasons was the play of junior running back James Jamison. Florida Prospects Football Recruiting Analyst Michael Holloway caught up with the highly touted running back to discuss the upcoming season his goals and what colleges he might be attending.

Last year Jacksonville Robert E. Lee High School continued to show improvement as they finished the season 7-3 and earned a return trip to the playoffs. Unfortunately the trip ended sooner than they wanted to as they fell to Jacksonville Andrew Jackson in the first round. With key returning starters returning, the Generals are hoping to improve on last year’s performance and go deeper into the playoffs. Leading the charge for the Generals will be linebacker Alonzo McQueen.

Last year Jacksonville Robert E. Lee had one of the best set of junior linebackers in the state in Alonzo McQueen and Dwight Anderson. The two juniors combined for 250 tackles and always seemed to be around the ball. Florida Prospects Football Recruiting Analyst Michael Holloway caught up with Dwight Anderson, one half of the talented duo to discuss the upcoming season his goals and what colleges he might be attending.

One of the most sought after recruit in the state of Florida is Quintin Hancock of St. Augustine High. At 6'2 185, Hancock could be a dominant offensive or defensive player at the collegiate level. Here is a quick look at what makes him special.