Joint practices, scrimmages, 7-on-7, and final summer camps ramping up across the region

SEC Media Days and college fall camp start dates approaching (late July)

High school athletes are deep into summer prep—no offseason anymore

Kids must be aware of body fatigue; don't overtrain right before camp or practice starts

Smart timing by small colleges holding camps later in summer (e.g. SEMO, Ottawa, Westminster)

Reminder: It's not just about showing up—it's about showing out

Recently earned first Division I offer from Central Arkansas

6'8" lineman who's trained since middle school—great example of long-term development and dedication

Impressive frame, work ethic, and upside; Central Arkansas landed a steal

Physical growth in underclassmen (e.g., Max Bradley of Oakville)

Class of 2029 vs. Class of 2026–2027 shows dramatic physical differences

Maturation curve between 14–17 years old is massive—don't count kids out too early

Breakdown of how NIL is already impacting high school athletes in Missouri

Coach Brennan Spain's comments on the southern trend of high school NIL and what's coming north

Legal and competitive implications of school transfer policies and open district lines

Missouri: 22 programs

Illinois: 35 programs

Kansas: 26 (mostly JUCOs)

Texas: 50 | California: 83 | Florida: surprisingly limited (few FCS, no D3s)

Florida's lack of small programs leads to oversaturation and export of talent

Junior year is the audition—don't wait until senior year to "start working"

Consistency, planning, and smart training set athletes apart

Elite Football Academy builds regional camaraderie—kids across schools training together, building real community

"Your sophomore and junior year—that's your audition."

"Florida has more talent than places to put it—up here, we have opportunity if you plan."

Player to Watch: Khan Horman – Central Arkansas Offer

Team to Follow: Oakville HS – Max Bradley showing real promise

Event Shoutouts: SEMO, Ottawa Braves, Westminster football camps

JP Rock: @JPRockScoutsU (X) | JPRock on Instagram

Matt Biermann: @EliteFootball (X) | @EliteFootballAcademy (Instagram)