7 Players to Watch at Tropical 7s (Boys & Girls)
- Brandon Sparks
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
One of the year's biggest tournaments kicks off this weekend in Tampa Bay, Florida. Tropical 7s brings in some of the best teams and players from the country and internationally to enjoy the sunshine and play some 7s.
Our watchlist feature three top boys' high school 100 players to keep an eye on over the weekend.
As we continue to grow our girls' high school rankings, we include 3 from the top 40 to watch.
Below are 7 players to watch this weekend:
Afu Lifau
3-stars, 54th
Senior
Center
Coming from one of the best programs no one has heard of in America, Afu brings a physical and damaging playing style while possessing a skillset that allows for finesse with the ball in hand. A smart player on and off the field (with a 3.9 GPA), he also has one of the best recruitment channels of all the players in our database.
He is still looking for college opportunities and is an exciting prospect for a late recruitment add with any school.
Riley Scrogham
3-stars, 74th
Junior
Wing
Regis Jesuits, CO
Returning to the field for the first time this year post-injury at Tropical 7s. A tall, rangy wing with great top speed and a diverse skillset in attack. A 4-year varsity starter who has been on the age-grade program's radar makes this weekend an exciting return for him. He will likely have some coaches looking over their sunglasses with excitement.
Kylie Agnew
3-star, 14th
Sophomore
Scrumhalf
The youngest player on our watchlist! Agnew is also the most decorated athlete on this
list, having been a member of EIRA and Mana Performance. The sophomore has great scrumhalf fundamentals and is tenacious in defense.
Boasting a 4.08 GPA and being a multisport athlete in basketball and track makes the rising star an interesting prospect to watch this weekend!
Blayton Guy
3-star, 80th
Senior
Center
West Ottawa, MI
The action-packed center brings some big ball carries and a tireless work rate around the field. He brings leadership experience from captaining multiple programs and has all-state honors to his name.
With his diverse skillset, he could fit multiple position profiles. While his film was light on defensive plays, it was 7s specific, and the Tropical 7s should allow him to showcase his talents.
Shiann 'Shi' Climer
3-star, 20th
Senior
Prop
Lady Warriors Rugby, TN
The newest member of Prep Rugby Watch! The prop has elite tier 1 size and athleticism. The senior prop has a big motor and a high work rate in both attack and defense. Her evasive footwork, top end speed, and long levers helps her control space in attack. In defense, her ability to get low and control the tackle with her feet is rare for a player with her height.
Tristan Mocke
4-star, 14th
Senior
Flyhalf
American Fork Cavemen, UT
Mocke is the is the engine that makes the Cavemen go. Coming off of an injury he has likely flown below the radar for most coaches and selectors making him a true hidden gem in the American landscape.
With a decorated playing career, including a long stint with the Utah Warriors U18 Academy, he has one of the more complete skillsets of any player on the board. With the ability to create, finish, and raise the standard of what an elite work ethic looks like he should be a player to keep an eye on at this tournament!
Nakato Myers
3-star, 34th
Junior
Wing
Another player with a strong recruitment channel Myers has good field vision and the ability to create and finish for any team she is on.
One of the more consistent players we've seen with film that shows her scanning the field. This allows her to put herself into space and with her passing skillset put others away for trys. Defensively, she is strong in contact and balance in open space against attackers.
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