Over the past few years, my travels have taken me to just about every square inch of the state. I have seen well funded programs and I have seen some of the poorest funded programs you can imagine. I think there is room for improvement and I think we can all be a part of it.
Fundraising and Booster Clubs are the key.
Many of the programs across the state have a well organized way of fundraising through booster clubs and other events. The problem is, there are a number of schools who could benefit a great deal with a small amount of funds. I have a few ideas I would like to present on the website today and I would appreciate any feedback you guys may have.
First off, I want to help raise money for some of these programs and deliver to these schools, some equipment that is vital to the recruitment of their kids. Items such as DVD burners and duplicators and in some cases, VCR recorders and VHS tapes. These supplies are key to helping the kids get the exposure they need and the fact is, many of the coaches do not have the funds available or tools available to take full advantage of every opportunity. This website was created as a tool for these coaches and kids and I think we can do better. I am going to experiment with this on a small scale by choosing 5 schools this year. It will be my goal to come up with a list of supplies they need and figure out what price tag comes with it. If the combined costs needed is an average of $400 per school, then this equates to $2000 to cover these five schools. This is our goal and you can help make it happen.
How can you do your part?
A simple $10 contribution can add up. I will match the first $500 once it is raised and at that point we will have our first $1000. We can continue this drive over the next month or so and as the playoff season finishes up, hopefully there will be enough to help out five schools and the supplies will be delivered in time to help with the recruiting process. Also, another idea I have is to make available all of my highlights to individuals who I have completed for the 2007 class. If you would like a copy of your highlights, make a $20 contribution and I will send you a copy.
This is in the beginning phase but I would appreciate some feedback from you guys. I am going to contact some potential schools of need and get an idea of what we will be looking at but I think a great deal can be done if we pull together and make it work. Also, if anyone has any connections where supplies can be purchased at a good price or anything else, please call me or email me.
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SunshinePreps and TexasPreps remains hard at work covering the hotbed states of Texas and Florida. Tonight we bring you a "First Look" at a special talent out of the Lone Star state. Or maybe the Sunshine State. This talented Junior (or Sophomore) RB continues to make play after play after play, all worthy of the highlight reel. Here is another sampling of our continued video coverage on some of the nation's best underclassmen.
I love seeing first year players break out during their senior years. About once a week I see many kids burst on the scene and today we take a "First Look" at a big time talent out of Lake Worth High School. LaVon Brazil is a first year player who has put up some big time numbers this year. Any recruiter interested in a late find at the WR spot may need to look no further than this kid out of Palm Beach County. Any recruiter interested in this prospect can email Coach Midgett at:
It is hard to imagine a sleeper at a program like Pahokee but this may be the case. In fact, there may be more than one. Today SunshinePreps continues its statewide video coverage with a look at DL prospect Pernell McPhee and TE/H Back prospect Kevenski McGee. SunshinePreps will continue to bring you the very best in video coverage across the state of Florida so stay tuned!
Not only have we surpassed the 1,000 video mark for the 2007 class, we have already surpassed the 100 mark on the class of 2008. Today SunshinePreps brings you a look at Miami Northwestern. Many of you are familiar with RB Antwain Easterling. Who you may not know much about is some of the kids who help open the holes for this special talent. We focus in on the OT spot with a look at Tywan Lee and Christopher Francis. We also bring you an updated look at Antwain Easterling as well. Want to see a RB whose game will definitely translate to the next level? Look no further than this kid as he gets the most out of every carry.
We now bring you a special video presentation on the class of 2008. This school may have one of the deepest and most talented 2008 classes in the entire country and today presentation is an example of the video coverage SunshinePreps has already completed. Again, this is a sampling and is one of hundreds of 2008 prospects who have already been completed. Much of the hard work on the 2008 class will continue as will our focus on the 2007 class as well. Stay tuned and expect nothing but the best with each and every visit.
Also, as November approaches many recruiters will begin to flock to the Sunshine State. Any college recruiter who would like to arrange a time to come by, please call or email me. I have had many of you guys make the stop over the past few years and expect more this season. If you are a college coach at any level, you are more than welcome.
Today SunshinePreps brings you a "First Look" at one of the state's best football programs. We also introduce you to Oak Hammock Entertainment, Inc., a sports video production company that produces some of the highest quality game footage that can be found. Often times this can be the difference between kids getting recognized on tape or kids going unnoticed. If you are a parent, or coach, who would be interested in having your games filmed with the highest of quality equipment and professional videographers, I highly recommend Oak Hammock as a valuable resource. Just give Bruce or Fran a call at 407-695-5906, or email them at
Today we make a stop at The Benjamin School in Palm Beach county. This school has an impressive group of 2007 talents that SunshinePreps now brings you a "First Look" at. Stay tuned as our state wide video coverage continues.
There is a new "Play of the Day" linked up in the main menu. Anyone who wants to see an underclassmen make a special play on special teams may want to take a look.
