September 6, 2012

 


Today we take a look at another great looking prospect in Juanita Senior Harley French.  The All League Honorable Mention as a Junior did a really great job in the season opener which followed up on his 93 Team leading tackles from last season.

Harley is a kid with a serious nose for the football and natural abilities.  In week one again Inglemoor he had 9 tackles helping Juanita to a 23-7 opening win.

"We played well.  But it could have been better.  We missed some opportunities," said Harley who is a Football fanatic and lives it 24-7.

Great team at Juanita again this year that Coach Shaun Tarantola has put together.  French is just one of the kids on a very talented roster.

Here is a little more about Mr French.

NAME:
  Harley French
Juanita High School
Height – Weight- Speed – Strength
  6'1" 205 lbs

 

4.8 40 Speed; 260 Bench, 345 Squat

ON:  How the Off Season Went?
  I went to a few NEI combines. A few Nike camps including NFTC and SPARQ.  An official player watch camp and also flew to Montana to be evaluated at the University of Montana.  I worked out at Maximum sports conditioning with my trainer Brandon Ala from January till 2 a days started in August. I gained between 20-30 pounds while also getting faster/quicker.
What Position(s) will you be playing this season?
  Strong side Middle linebacker in a 3-4 defense.  Also TE on offense.
ON: Are you happy with your progress?
  I am very pleased with the progress I made.
On:  What is your favorite part of the Football season?
  My favorite part is football in general. It's my favorite sport and has been my whole life. I love Friday nights under the lights with my family on the field.
In a year from now what do you want to look back on and remember about this season that is just ahead?
  The fun and memories of playing football with my team.
Name some guys who you have been impressed with on your team? Any surprises or young guys standing out?
  Every senior that's been playing with me from the start.  Kendrick Murphy, Trayon McNairy, Alec Martin, Oscar Fuentes, Riley Hilliker, Dalton Crum, Logan Taylor, Zach and Ty Griffith, Cody Otterholt, and Andy Fitzgerald.   All these guys have stepped their level of play up even more and strive for greatness day in and day out.  Young guys are Tavin Montgomery, Landyn Milburn, Doti,  Paul(lula) final, and many more are underclass men who have shown they belong on varsity.
ON: Why should a college recruit you when there are so many kids out there? What sets you apart?
  I have been told I have a nose for the ball. I also have the never quit mentality. I have football smarts and strive for greatness.

Catch Harley's Highlight's form last season right here.  http://www.hudl.com/athlete/271071/highlights/13225379

 

 
About the Author

Dirk is a lifelong resident of the Pacific NW; athlete and Merit scholar. He runs camps, clinics, and has been a sports writer and analyst for nearly a decade now; mostly with Rivals.com as the editor of OregonPreps and WashingtonPreps.com. Dirk is the founder of NWPR & BrainChampions.org; a charity for injured athletes suffering from Brain Trauma / Concussion. He is a father of three and married.

 



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