Colton McNeely: the future of Citrus High football
INVERNESS, Fla. — Every football team in America has someone possessing the soul of the crew in their midst. For Citrus High in Inverness, it is Colton McNeely. He is a sophomore and is already pushing his limits to reach the leading position in his county.
Every football coach in the county knows Colton’s name and his incredible talent. His rising stock has made him an exciting player to watch, plus he will likely be a prominent target for college scouts soon.
Colton is a running back for the Citrus High Hurricanes. He is a 200-pound teenager with a height of 5-foot-10. Even though Citrus High has played in fewer games than other teams so far this season, Colton has managed to make a name for himself.
McNeely ran for 436 yards in the Hurricanes’ first three games. He surpassed the 100-yard mark in each of those three matches. McNeely ran for 106 yards on 22 carries against Springstead to start the season. He then had 115 yards on fifteen runs against Hernando.
According to his coach, McKinley Franklin, “Colton is a workhorse and a special kid.”
The coach finds it hard to get Colton off the field and stop practicing even when his legs have given up. Indeed, the boy has something unique and has a rock-solid determination to keep on running.
McNeely was a standout player for the Hurricanes during the team’s recent 40-24 loss to the Lecanto Panthers. McNeely had 215 rushing yards on 25 carries, plus he had two touchdowns.
Colton has high hopes to win more games and to help his team get to the top ranks of Florida high school football. The Hurricanes have started the season 0-3, but McNeely knows that with the skills he and the rest of the young team hold, they can improve in the next few years.
Colton reached the varsity squad in his freshman year, but he had a foot injury that stopped him from showcasing his true talent. Due to this, there were times when he felt limited, but his perseverance was an inspiration to his teammates.
Colton’s potential to become a statistical leader is undeniable, and he believes he can surpass the greatest players in the state. Moreover, he dreams of becoming an all-state player and earning national recognition.
He also wants to pursue football as a career and go to college to get a degree.
“I have been a leader all my life,” Colton said when questioned about his potential.
He is willing to go a long way and work extra hard to make all his dreams come true. But, before doing that, he wants to lead the Hurricanes to victory.
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