Mid-Season Update ~ Janesh Ballers

Nobody out there is content with where they are right now.  It gets hard sometimes, though, and sometimes I wonder.  Sometimes I get weak.  In that same breath, I call out to the Lord.  When it seems like no progress is being made, nobody can make it all better like God can. He has the final blueprints and he knows what we are going through.  He wouldn't take us through this without bringing us out victorious.

This is an update to all of my followers. These are a list of players that have been making some special things happen here in the area.  A list of players formed by Jimmy Lamour, Andy Durham of Greensboro Sports, and me.

Janesh's Ballers

Overall Domination Of The Competition

Reggie Gallaspy (Southern Guilford Rb) (1,607 rushing yards in 6 games, 21 tds)

(Recently committed to North Carolina State) I've done a few writings on this kid, and I’m looking forward to watching him find his way around the college atmosphere.  Similar to how Georgia's Gurley splits time with guys like Keith Marshal and the freshman, Nick Chubb, I see Reggie fitting into NC State's offense immediately as a third-down, special-play guy once he reaches campus.  Secondary to seeing him as a legitimate back up, I can also see the kid being a featured back because he has shown that he has the intangibles needed to step into a starting role if he is blessed with the opportunity. Pass blocking, effort, blocking down field, ball security, all overlooked talents that Reggie possesses.  Because he is such a polished high school running back, I would be looking for early starting position if I were Reggie and his family. I think he's ready.

Christian Beal (East Forsyth Rb) (1000 - plus all purpose yards, 10 tds)

Jamiel Mack (High Point Central Qb) (1733 total yards, only 1 interception on the season)

CJ Freeman (Northern Guilford Rb) (790 yards and 10 td's, 158 yards per game)

Dynamic. Elusive. Down hill.  These are ways I would describe CJ's running style.  I can see CJ entering a wide array of offenses.  He's a slasher.  Not a speedy guy.  I see him working best in a zone scheme offense.  Get the big boys moving up front creating lanes for CJ to find and slash through. I can see him working well setting up in the pistol, the spread, and the "I". CJ is only a junior, but he has proven that he has the skills and the talent to compete on the next level.  The college offers speak for themselves.  Nevertheless, I see room for growth on CJ's part as far as those in-game intangibles such as pass blocking, away-from-the-ball effort. He's a game changer.  I just know these are things that can either earn you a starting running back spot or hurt you in your shot. College after-game grade sheets see no bias because they're based upon physical play (Were you productive?), mental (Did you know what you were doing?), and effort (Did you give 100% effort?).

Kevin Gehsman (Western Guilford Ath) (571 yards rushing in 5 games)

Sleepers

Josh Homol (Northwest Guilford Qb) (1,207 passing yards with 9tds)

Sleeper is an understatement.  I've had the opportunity to train this guy through our training branch with Jimmy Lamour.  Josh is a little undersized and that was a main focus for us when trying to prepare him to compete during the season. However, the entire area got a chance to see him show off a few of his skills during the Janesh Invitation this past May.  Josh surprised me because of his ability to handle the drastic change in offense from the "Wing-T" he ran a year ago at Northwest.   This kid quickly learned the spread offense and apparently takes coaching well as evidence of such a smooth transition.  I have yet the chance to see Josh play but the kid is on track to break 2500 passing yards for the entire season.  I have nothing but faith in him and his offense.  As for the next level, I see him as a game manager.  Pro style.  Similar to how AJ McCarron ran the offensive show of Alabama.  He isn't the elusive one that will do a lot of damage with his legs.  Josh's success on the next level will come from a solid game plan, a great game from his o-line, and receivers who can catch. Josh can step into any multiple offense and excel.  I wouldn't want to throw him into a spread offense because he has not yet proven threat with his feet, which is necessary to operate an effective zone read offense. Hey, who knows, he may make me eat my words. There's still a lot of season left.

Chavis Little (High Point Central Rb) (691 rushing yards)

Cam Harris (Northern Guilford Qb) (719 passing yards)

Thomas Hennigan (Northwest Guilford Wr) (700 - plus receiving yards, 9 tds)

Tevin Quick (Ragsdale Wr) (546 passing yards, 70% completion rate)

For stepping into the starting role of Qb, Tevin Quick has really made a name for himself. Coming from the receiver position, I think this will allow Tevin to get his hands on the ball more effectively.  The kid has completed 70% of his passes.  Anyone who watches Tevin play can see the athleticism he displays on Friday nights.  Tevin has 186 yards rushing with 7 tds along with those impressive passing stats.  So all in all, a great move for Ragsdale.