class of 2027 - New Gen Player profiles & Performance ratings

what is a performance rating?

At New Gen Kicking, we keep detailed weekly records of our athletes' development through a one-of-a-kind performance rating system. This isn't based on opinion — it's built to reflect your skill, character, training habits, lifting consistency, game film, and accuracy. It's a transparent, earned score that tracks your growth over time and holds you accountable to your goals. The best part? You control it. Your rating will rise or fall based on the work you put in week to week. It’s not about where I think you are — it’s a direct reflection of the habits you show and the effort you bring.

  • Harrison Brown - Madison

    New Gen Performance Rating: 86 OVR

    National Ranking: #5 in USA (2027)

    2024 Season Stats: 3/5 FG 34 LONG 22/31 TB 14/16 XP

    Achievements:

    2024 Cal-Hi Sports All-State Sophomore Team

    2025 Future Legends Camp: Overall Camp Champion, Punting Champion, Field Goal Champion

    2025 Winter Kickoff Camp: Overall FG Champion

    2025 PPR ST Player of the Year

    Player Evaluation: Harrison is one of the most naturally gifted specialist prospects in the 2027 class and a very easy athlete to coach. He is quiet, humble, and respectful, carrying himself with maturity around coaches while staying fun and confident with teammates. At 6’3”, 205 lbs, he has a long, powerful frame that generates elite ball height and true D1-level distance. He has shown 60+ yard field goal range in games and consistently hits 75+ yard kickoffs with strong hang. As a developing punter, he already flashes high-end potential with 60-yard punts and 4.8+ hang times in training. Harrison practices frequently, shows up prepared, and has a consistent routine that reflects his work ethic. Areas for improvement include flexibility, recovery habits, and promoting himself more to college coaches and on social media. With a focused off-season, he projects as a clear D1 recruit with one of the highest ceilings in his class.

  • Nathan Dann - Poway

    New Gen Performance Rating: 78 OVR

    2024 Season Stats: 5/7 FG 19/21 XP

    2025 Season Stats: 3/4 FG 22/23 XP

    Player Evaluation: Nathan is a solid high school kicking prospect with a strong frame and build that will serve him well as he develops into a true college-level specialist. He is a pure ball-striker on field goals, showing smooth rotation, consistent contact, and the ability to hit from 45+ yards with regularity. As his kickoffs continue to catch up to his field goal ability, he will take a major step forward in his recruiting stock. Improving his KO distance, hang time, and directional command will be key parts of his progression. Nathan also has upside as a punter, and refining his pocket punting form while adding more hang time to his roll-out spirals will elevate his overall specialist profile. Live-operation reps this offseason will be crucial for sharpening his timing, rhythm, and confidence. Slowing down his tempo and controlling his leg speed will help him strike a cleaner, more efficient ball as he continues his development.

  • Ryan Cleator - Point Loma

    New Gen Performance Rating: 74 OVR

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    Player Evaluation: Ryan is a solid high school kicker with a tall, strong, and athletic frame that naturally translates to a powerful swing and impressive ball height for an 11th grader. He is a true two-way athlete who also plays safety and plays a major role on Point Loma’s defense, which speaks to his toughness, competitiveness, and athletic ability. Ryan is currently in the middle of finding his swing, and the progress he has shown suggests a major breakthrough is coming as he heads into his senior season. His ball flight continues to improve as his timing tightens, and his overall consistency is trending in the right direction. Key areas of improvement include strengthening his directional kickoffs, increasing his overall strength, and developing better flexibility to maximize his range. Continued work on positive self-talk and building confidence in his abilities will help him unlock the next level of his game. He responds well to coaching and brings a good attitude to every session. With a focused offseason and continued physical development, Ryan has the potential to elevate himself into a legitimate college kicking prospect.

  • alex lopez - mater dei

    New Gen Performance Rating: 71 OVR

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    Player Evaluation: Alex is an outgoing, funny, and confident athlete who brings great energy to every training environment. At 6'2”, 190 lbs, he has a massive frame with natural strength and impressive flexibility, giving him one of the highest physical ceilings of any punter in the area. When he connects, the ball absolutely jumps off his foot, and his raw power alone makes him a legitimate college-level prospect. If his training discipline matched his strength and conditioning habits, Alex could easily position himself as a top-five punting prospect nationally. He shows clear flashes of elite-level potential, but consistency and focus will be the keys to unlocking it. A dedicated offseason centered around punting mechanics, volume reps, and detailed footwork would accelerate his development dramatically. His ability is not the question — his commitment to refinement is what will determine how far he goes. With full buy-in and improved focus, Alex has a real opportunity to earn a college roster spot as a senior.

  • Emilio Morales - San Diego

    New Gen Performance Rating: 68 OVR

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    Player Evaluation: Emilio is a very coachable young kicker who makes quick adjustments and learns at a fast pace, which gives him a high developmental ceiling. He is already a strong ball-striker with a naturally big leg, and his contact flashes real college-level potential when he connects cleanly. As a newer kicker, his progression has been impressive, and he has the ability to catch up quickly with more focused, structured training. To take the next step, Emilio needs to sharpen the finer details of his mechanics while improving his overall balance through contact. His kickoffs show promise but need more power and hang time, making strength training in the weight room a key priority during the offseason. With added strength and a more disciplined approach to his technique, his ball flight and consistency will improve dramatically. Emilio responds extremely well to coaching and shows a willingness to learn that separates him from most new specialists. With full commitment to kicking and a lock-in routine, he has the potential to become a legitimate varsity and long-term college prospect.

  • Christian Vargas - Eastlake

    New Gen Performance Rating: 66 OVR

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    Player Evaluations: Christian is a developing high school combo specialist who shows steady improvement each time he trains. He hits a smooth, consistent ball on field goals, and once he locks in a repeatable contact point, he will see a major jump in both height and overall distance. His swing has good natural rhythm for his age, and his rotation becomes much tighter when he stays disciplined through his follow-through. On kickoffs, he is already producing solid results for a high school athlete, consistently landing between 56–60 yards with room for more power. Key areas of improvement include staying taller through contact, fully locking out on his strike, and driving the kicking bone cleanly through the middle seam of the football. Increasing his overall strength and flexibility will also help him generate more explosive contact. Christian will benefit from focusing on recovery sessions and mobility work as he prepares for his senior season. With continued refinement and physical development, he has the tools to make a significant jump in his performance.

  • Hudson Adams - Mt. Carmel

    New Gen Performance Rating: 66 OVR

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    Player Evaluation: Hudson is a quiet, hard-working, and highly coachable young kicker who continues to make steady progress each time he steps on the field. He has a clean, consistent swing with solid rotation and height, and as he grows physically, his ball will naturally develop into true college-ready contact. Hudson already shows reliable repetition in his mechanics and is improving his ability to eliminate “X-balls” as his strike point becomes more consistent. His kickoffs are close to taking the next step, currently landing in the 55–58 yard range with signs of more power on the way. With additional strength training in the weight room, he is positioned for a noticeable jump in both distance and overall explosiveness. Hudson trains often, shows strong discipline in his routine, and has the academic foundation to succeed at the next level. His quiet demeanor masks a strong work ethic, and as his game develops, his confidence will grow alongside his abilities. He is trending in the right direction and has the potential to become a legitimate college kicking prospect with continued development.

  • Owen Dorros - LJCD

    New Gen Performance Rating: 66 OVR

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    Player Evaluation: Owen is a confident, hard-working athlete who brings excellent focus and competitiveness to every training session. Although he is relatively new to kicking, his strong soccer background gives him natural ball-striking ability and a clean, powerful contact point. He has already shown impressive early growth, and his trajectory suggests he could rise quickly with consistent technique work. Owen generates promising ball height and distance for his experience level, and his leg speed stands out as one of his best natural tools. With added strength and continued development in the weight room, he will see major gains in both field goal range and kickoff power. His work ethic and confidence give him an edge over most new specialists, and he responds well to coaching adjustments. As he sharpens his mechanics and builds more repetition under a structured routine, his consistency will take the next step. With steady progress over the next few months, Owen has the potential to become one of the top high school kickers in San Diego next season.

  • Chris Esquibel - Otay Ranch

    New Gen Performance Rating: 64 OVR

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    2024 Winter Kickoff Camp Most Improved Award Winner

    Player Evaluation: Chris is a quiet, funny, and highly coachable athlete with the natural tools to become a strong high school kicking prospect. He has a tall, strong, and athletic frame that helps him generate impressive elevation on his field goals when his timing is right. His ball flight shows clear potential, and with more consistent training, he could unlock a much higher level of control and repeatability. Chris has the foundational swing to be a reliable kicker, but increased practice time will be the key to developing true confidence in his mechanics. His kickoffs show flashes, though he would benefit from added distance, better hang time, and more consistent contact. Improving his flexibility and overall strength will help him produce more explosive and efficient ball striking. He is a good student and responds well to coaching, which gives him a strong developmental ceiling. As he becomes more consistent in his training habits and more focused on his long-term goals, Chris has the potential to grow into a dependable and competitive specialist.

  • Diego De La Fuente - Bonita Vista

    New Gen Performance Rating: 58 OVR

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    Player Evaluation: Diego is a quiet, hard-working young kicker who shows up to training consistently and brings a focused attitude every session. He has a strong, athletic build for his age, and as he continues to grow, his frame will give him a real advantage in developing college-level power. His fitness has noticeably improved over the months, allowing him to generate better balance, stability, and follow-through on his swing. Diego’s field goals already show promising distance and natural height when he connects cleanly. With targeted drill work centered on improving his ball contact, he will see tighter rotation and more consistent lift on his A-ball. Continued refinement of his strike point will help eliminate mishits and unlock more repeatable mechanics. He responds well to coaching and has the discipline to make steady progress with focused practice. As he continues to mature physically and sharpen his technique, Diego has the potential to grow into a dependable, competitive high school specialist.

  • Luis Bautista - Helix

    New Gen Performance Rating: 57 OVR

    2024 Season Stats: JV

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    Player Evaluations: Luis is a smaller high school kicker who shows consistent accuracy and dependable ball striking for his size and age. When he locks in and trains with full focus, he clearly has the potential to develop into a college-level specialist. Adding muscle, overall strength, and body weight will be crucial for helping him generate more power and improve both his distance and ball height. As he continues to grow physically, he will be able to compete more evenly with some of the stronger kickers in his class. His ball flight already shows promise, and with improved contact he can take a major step forward. Key areas of development include refining his ball striking, strengthening his counter arm, keeping his eyes down through contact, and improving flexibility and balance. Luis responds well to coaching and has the right mindset to keep progressing when he commits fully to the process. With steady physical development and focused technical work, he has a real opportunity to elevate into a competitive college kicking prospect.