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Rising Juniors and Under-the-Radar Seniors Shine at The Opening New York
Standout performances from Georgia speedster and jumbo safety highlight regional event.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:54pm
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The Opening regional event in New Jersey showcased the raw talent and potential of the next generation of top high school football prospects.Florham Park TodayThe Opening regional event held at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center in Florham Park, New Jersey over the weekend saw a pair of rising junior prospects from the class of 2028 earn four-star status, while several under-the-radar senior recruits also emerged with strong showings.
Why it matters
The Opening is a prestigious annual showcase that provides top high school football talent the opportunity to compete against their peers and earn invitations to the prestigious Opening Finals event at Nike's World Headquarters. Strong performances at regional qualifiers can significantly boost a recruit's national profile and scholarship opportunities.
The details
Georgia-based speedster Madoxx Davis and jumbo safety Jackson Parker were the standouts of the day, with Davis in particular impressing scouts with his elite short-area quickness, explosive route-running, and reliable hands. The 247Sports rankings for the class of 2028 are set to expand in the coming weeks, and both Davis and Parker are expected to earn four-star status as a result of their dominant showings.
- The Opening regional event took place on Sunday, April 13, 2026 at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center in Florham Park, New Jersey.
- The Opening Finals at Nike's World Headquarters is the next and final stop on the national tour.
The players
Madoxx Davis
A rising junior prospect from Cartersville, Georgia who emerged as the most exciting offensive playmaker at the regional event, showcasing elite short-area quickness, explosive route-running, and reliable hands.
Jackson Parker
A jumbo safety prospect who also turned heads with a strong showing, expected to earn four-star status in the upcoming 247Sports class of 2028 rankings expansion.
What they’re saying
“Madoxx Davis was by far the most exciting offensive playmaker in attendance Sunday. He opened up the 1-on-1 session with multiple touchdown grabs and quickly emerged as a go-to target for quarterbacks during 7-on-7 play.”
— Andrew Ivins, 247Sports Reporter
What’s next
The next and final stop on The Opening national tour is the prestigious Opening Finals event at Nike's World Headquarters, where the top high school football prospects will compete for invitations.
The takeaway
The strong showings from rising junior prospects like Madoxx Davis and Jackson Parker, as well as several under-the-radar senior recruits, highlight the depth of talent on display at The Opening regional events. These types of showcases provide invaluable exposure and opportunities for high school players to boost their national profiles and scholarship prospects.
