Larry Blustein

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Senior Writer at WQAM-AM (Miami, FL)

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Fort Pierce Central Captures ESPN WPB Event

1 week ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

WEST PALM BEACH – Before the start of last Saturday’s ESPN West Palm Beach 7-on-7 tournament at Keiser University, teams such as Wellington Palm Beach Central, West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman, Delray Beach Atlantic and Vero Beach were teams that many felt had the opportunity to win this event. After six hours of play with 16 teams coming from the Palm Beaches and the Treasure Coast, a program that nobody mentioned coming into play that took home the title and a $1,000.00 check.
USF Attracts Top-Flight Line Prospects

2 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

TAMPA – While much of the attention during the summer at camps across the country is on many of the 7-on-7 events, one of the main attractions is actually the competition that goes on during the linemen events. “Big Man” camps are held throughout the nation, giving prospects the attention needed to make an impression at positions that have become vital to the success of any college program across the nation.
Brantley Back 'Home" At Ocala Forest

2 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

They say sometimes you can’t go home, but for Coach John Brantley that may not be the case. The veteran football coach, who has guided Ocala Trinity Catholic to success through the years, made his return to his alma mater – a place where he enjoyed success as a player a state championship quarterback.
35 Plus Teams To Watch This Summer

2 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

Spring football is now in the books and programs throughout Florida are headed to college campuses throughout the country over the next month. As the 2024 season came to an end, you had Madison County (Rural), Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna (1A), Cocoa (2A), Miami Northwestern (3A), Plantation American Heritage (4A), Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas (5A), West Boca Raton (6A) and Venice (7A) all crowned as champions.
Jupiter's Strong 2024 Sets The Tone For '25

2 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

When the Jupiter High football team dropped a 35-0 second round state playoff game to Orlando Dr. Phillips, it brought to an end a very successful season for this program. With head coach Jason Kradman and his coaching staff stepping it up last season, it set up the future for the Warriors, who capped off a solid spring with two wins in a come-from-behind victory over Boca Raton and another impressive performance against Loxahatchee Seminole Ridge.
Baylin Trujillo Impacts QBs Nationally

2 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

FORT LAUDERDALE – It’s a little after 9 a.m. on a Saturday in south Florida. As the summer heat begins to build at Holiday Park, there are several quarterback hopefuls looking to improve their game and keep themselves in the spotlight. At the center of this workout is Baylin Trujillo.
Initial Florida Class of 2027 Player Rankings

3 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

For nearly six decades, we have had the pleasure of ranking football players in the state of Florida, and throughout the nation. During that time, we have had the pleasure of attending games, practices, camps, combines and just about every event possible to assist in the evaluation of the talented football players in the Sunshine State. While no ranking is ever going to be definitive, we have been fortunate to travel across the state and see prospects at every level.
Ben Gula Grabs The Spotlight At FAU/FSU Event

3 weeks ago | larryblustein.com | Larry Blustein

BOCA RATON – Two years ago after his freshman season, Ben Gula began to get noticed by colleges across the country, even earning some verbal offers. As some impressive programs came through Cypress Bay High in Weston, Gula was someone who stood out as a prospect that had size and plenty of athleticism for a 15-year-old. He was indeed a prospect for the future. With a g=few program changes and several players moving on, Gula had a decision to make.
St. Pete Catholic Heads In The Right Direction

3 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

If you’ve followed the coaching career of Jesse Chinchar, you already know what he can do as a teacher and developer of talent. At Clearwater Academy International, he assembled some elite talent from Canada and other places to continue a tradition that began back in 2008. After the program closed after 16 years, Chinchar spent last season as the offensive coordinator at Tarpon Springs High, helping the Spongers reach the Class 2A playoffs.
Dwyer Players Willing To Put In The Work

3 weeks ago | prepredzone.com | Larry Blustein

Moments after their spring games against Park Vista and Dr. Joaquin Garcia, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer head football coach Willie Smith Jr. told his player and coaches that what happens over the next few months will tell a lot about the 2025 season. Coming off a 3-7 season, the Panthers enjoyed a solid spring where many young prospects had the chance to showcase their many skills while getting the opportunity to compete for positions in the fall.