The Skinny
Coach Jarrett Laws led the Seminoles to the playoffs for the first time in 3 years last season. It looks like Coach Laws has the Seminoles headed in the right direction. But he did share with us one of the challenges he and his staff face going into the 2018 season.
“Getting our guys to perform at their full potential every day, both in practice as well as during games,” he said.
We asked Coach Law about some of the top offensive returners this season.
He said, “The offensive unit as a whole. We return 9 players that have started at some point last season.”
A few of those players at the skill positions include quarterback Donald Wilson, and receivers Makari Pruitt and Tyler Smith. All three players garnered First Team All-Region honors last season. Wilson led the team in passing with over 1,500 yards last season and 14 TDs. Pruitt and Smith were first and second respectively in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns. The duo combined for over 1,000 yards receiving and 10 TDs.
Omarius Burnam and Jesse Carter return as the team’s two top rushers from last season. Burnam was a Second Team All-Region selection while Carter was recognized as Honorable Mention.
On defense, the line will be led be Second Team All-Region end DeVon Reaves. Reaves wreaked havoc in opposing offenses backfield all season last year. Brad Plunkett will provide experience at the line backer position while Keevan Bailey and Artemus McCorkle (All-Region Honorable Mention) return in the secondary.
We asked Coach Laws about some of those players flying under the radar that might be poised for a breakout season.
“Several,” he said, “but I’ve been really impressed with the growth of offensive lineman Reco McDaniel, Wide Receiver Lennox Bowie, and cornerback Justin Johnson.”
But what about any particular games that are circled on the calendar. Coach Laws gave a unique answer.
“Week 11, which is the 1st week of the GHSA playoffs. Our goal is to have a game scheduled during that week,” he said.
With regards to how the team will define success Coach Laws quoted legendary basketball coach John Wooden:
“Success is peace of mind, which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you made the effort to do your best to become the best that you are capable of becoming.” – John Wooden
