CHARLOTTE – Carolina Gridiron has unveiled its prestigious 2024 Preseason All-Gridiron Team, spotlighting North Carolina’s most exceptional high school football players. This year’s selection features standout athletes from various schools across the state, representing the pinnacle of talent in their respective positions.
East Forsyth’s quarterback Bryce Baker leads the offensive selections, recognized for his exceptional arm talent and field vision. The running back positions are claimed by Christopher Daley II from East Lincoln and Amareon Blue of Jordan, both known for their explosive play-making abilities.
Mount Tabor’s Shamarius Peterkin, Forest Hills’ Je’rel Bolder, and Robinson’s Brian Rowe have earned spots for their impressive performances in the receiving corps. Providence Day’s Kendre Harrison rounds out the passing targets as the selected tight end.
The offensive line boasts some of the state’s most dominant blockers, including David Sanders of Providence Day, Trey Blue from Cary, West Forsyth’s PJ Dean, Tai Buster of Brown, and Hoggard’s Michael Gibbs.
Defensively, the line is anchored by a formidable group consisting of Isaiah Campbell (Southern Durham), Bryce Davis (Grimsley), Donovan Darden (Havelock), and Sherrod Henderson (Trask).
The linebacker selections showcase the state’s defensive prowess, featuring Traquin Watson from North Johnston, Weddington’s Thomas Davis, Jr., Taeshawn Alston of Vance County, and Palisades’ Kendric Davis.
In the secondary, Jordan Young (Monroe), JaDon Blair (Mount Tabor), Braxton Winston (Providence Day), and Samari Matthews (Hough) have been recognized for their stellar defensive play.
The team also acknowledges two exceptional athletes in Monroe’s Kaegan Chambers and Havelock’s Jonathan Williams, noted for their versatility on the field.
Special teams selections round out the roster, with Hough’s Kandler Happe as punter, Cuthbertson’s Spencer Crum as kicker, and Charlotte Catholic’s Jack Baade as long snapper.
This year’s All-Gridiron Team reflects the widespread talent across North Carolina, with selections coming from both perennial powerhouses and rising programs. The diversity of schools represented underscores the depth of talent in the state’s high school football landscape.
As the season approaches, these players will be ones to watch on Friday nights. Their selection to the Preseason All-Gridiron Team recognizes their past achievements and sets high expectations for their performance in the upcoming season.
College recruiters and fans alike will keep a close eye on these standout athletes, many of whom are expected to make significant impacts at the collegiate level. The 2024 season promises to be an exciting showcase of North Carolina’s high school football talent, with these All-Gridiron selections leading the way at their respective schools.
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