Altus Area Underclassmen to Watch – Presented by JCMH Orthopedic Clinic

Football

Braylin Hunt – Frederick

Hunt looks to be ready to start this season as a sophomore. He recorded 20 tackles on defense and 120 rushing yards on offense last season and is expected to make a bigger contribution this season.

Max Blanco – Grandfield

Max will be a linebacker for Grandfield this season. He is an outstanding kid and athlete.

Matt Parker – Hollis

Has a natural feel for every sport he plays. Had the ability to make a big play at any moment. Special kind of a kid.

Aiden Augustine – Mangum

He is a 1,400 pound total lifter that also runs a 5.4 40. Incredible run blocking technique that you cannot get away from once he gets his hands on you. He will see time on the defensive side of the ball this year as a defensive lineman in the trenches.

Cannon Hillard – Snyder

Cannon is a freshman and has shown a lot of promise during football camp. As he continues to work on his footwork and his strength, he can be a very strong asset on the offensive line and defensive line for years to come.

Davieon Brown – Tipton

Davieon started all year last year as a freshman at linebacker and he had a very good season. He will play fullback and guard this year on offense. He is a strong, fast kid that is very tough and plays with a relentless motor. If he continues to develop and learn he will be a very solid player.

Softball

Kyerra Osborn – Altus

Kyerra is an impressive athlete and is expected to have a solid season this year. She’s versatile and could play anywhere which gives her the opportunity to help her team in a lot of ways.

Karlee McFerrin – Hollis

Karlee led the team in hits and average last season as a freshman. She is not afraid of the big moments and is a very talented softball player. She was voted by the coaches of their area as the Offensive MVP last season. She has a strong arm and is very tough as a catcher as well, which helps her team a lot defensively.

Paelyn Clark – Mangum

Paelyn is a hard working athlete who spends a great deal of time working on perfecting her craft. She is smart and dominates in the circle. In the two years as a 7th and 8th grader, she accumulated 197 strikeouts and kept her opponents to a 150 batting average. She also did a great job at the plate with a .564 batting average.

Alyssa Hill – Snyder

Alyssa is a sophomore with tons of talent. She can play anywhere on the field and has a lot of untapped potential. Plays travel ball and works on her game in her off time.