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Top Prospects Shine at National Preps Northern California Showcase
MVPs named across multiple position groups at annual regional football camp
Mar. 15, 2026 at 1:34am
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The National Preps Northern California Showcase, an annual regional football camp, returned to Mesa Verde High School in Citrus Heights, California. Many of the top prospects from Central and Northern California were in attendance, with the camp coaching staff selecting MVPs across various position groups over the two-day event.
Why it matters
The National Preps Showcase provides an important platform for high school football players in the region to showcase their talents in front of college scouts and coaches. The MVP selections highlight some of the top up-and-coming talent that could make waves at the high school and collegiate levels in the coming years.
The details
The camp featured two sessions, with MVPs selected for each. In Session 1, the overall MVP was edge rusher Jayvion Dorsett from Folsom, California's 2029 class. Other MVPs included offensive lineman Colin Graham (Folsom, 2028), defensive lineman Luke Lucatello (Stockton St. Mary's, 2027), running back JeShanon Martin (Stockton Lincoln, 2027), and linebacker Jeremiah Whyte (Roseville Woodcreek, 2027). In Session 2, the overall MVP was Daniel Blackwell Jr. from Sacramento Grant's 2029 class. Other MVPs included quarterback Tommy Devany (Clovis Buchanan, 2028), wide receiver Alonzo Ward (Stockton Edison, 2028), and defensive back Tyvonte Hopkins (Oakland, 2027).
- The National Preps Northern California Showcase took place on March 14-15, 2026.
The players
Jayvion Dorsett
A 2029 edge rusher from Folsom, California who was named the overall MVP of Session 1 of the showcase.
Colin Graham
A 2028 offensive lineman from Folsom, California who was named the OL MVP of Session 1 of the showcase.
Daniel Blackwell Jr.
A 2029 prospect from Sacramento Grant who was named the overall MVP of Session 2 of the showcase.
Tommy Devany
A 2028 quarterback from Clovis Buchanan who was named the QB MVP of Session 2 of the showcase.
Alonzo Ward
A 2028 wide receiver from Stockton Edison who was named the WR MVP of Session 2 of the showcase.
What they’re saying
“The level of talent we saw at this year's showcase was really impressive. These MVPs represent some of the top up-and-coming prospects in the region who are sure to make an impact at the high school and college levels in the years to come.”
— Brandon Huffman, National Recruiting Analyst
The takeaway
The National Preps Northern California Showcase continues to be an important event for identifying and highlighting the top high school football talent in the region. The MVP selections showcase the depth of skill and potential that exists among players in Central and Northern California.
