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Coral Gables, FL — Head Coach Mario Cristobal and the Miami Hurricanes held their first annual Legends Camp (Formerly Paradise Camp) Saturday morning. The camp drew hundreds of high school football players from across the country to compete in position-specific drills. The bonus with this camp is that several Miami Hurricanes alumni helped coach and mentor the participants.
The list of former Miami Hurricanes included:
Bryant McKinnie
Antrel Rolle
Lamar Miller
Reggie Wayne
Jaelen Phillips
Greg Rousseau
Roscoe Parrish
Bennie Blades
Michael Irvin
Jeremy Shockey
Jon Beason
Kenny Phillips
Lamar Thomas
Deon Bush
Randall Hill
Duke Johnson
Brett Romberg
Kenny Holmes
Rohan Marley
Greg Mark
Hurlie Brown
Allen Hurns
Travis Benjamin
And others…
Ed Orgeron made his presence felt at Miami’s Legend’s Camp. His son, Cody Orgeron is part of UM’s program as an offensive intern.
Orgeron spent time with the Hurricanes from 1988-92 as a DL coach. @Coach_EdOrgeron pic.twitter.com/igGnZHeSKc
— Michael Yero (@MichaelYero) June 25, 2022
Top Performers
Winston Watkins Jr., Wide Receiver, IMG Academy – The 2025 prospect wowed the crowd a few times with catches in one-on-ones. Most impressive is his acceleration and closing speed to the football. The Texas A&M commit will be a fun player to watch for years to come. Watkins was offered by Miami at the end of camp.
IMG Academy’s Winston Watkins Jr. impressed coaches at Legends Camp during the 1-on-1’s. @winstonwatkins_
Watkins, a Texas A&M commit is the nephew of NFL receiver Sammy Watkins. 2025 product. pic.twitter.com/NSANUF0Fmy
— Michael Yero (@MichaelYero) June 25, 2022
Kenton Kirkland, Defensive Back, Raines – The senior safety plays with power and speed. He uses his strength and size to deter routes, and has the speed to recover for pass break-ups. He has prototypical size for a defensive back but recently switched to the position from wide receiver. The best is yet to come as his ceiling has no bounds.
Definitely a player to watch in the 2023 cycle is @kenton_kirkland out of @rainesfootball.
The athletic (6-2, 180) DB seen here at #MiamiHurricanes Legends Camp coached up by @D_VanDyke8. pic.twitter.com/GHugUImGhp
— Marcus Benjamin (@BenjaminRivals) June 25, 2022
Joshisa Trader, Wide Receiver, Miami Central – Good route runner with impeccable hands. The 2024 four-star receiver never seems to disappoint and thrives in creating separation.
Joshisa Trader Speaking with Reggie Wayne
Christopher Johnson, Running Back, Dillard – The running back is uber-talented and put his pass-catching ability on display Saturday. Can serve as an every-down back or third-down back as a matchup nightmare. Seems to get better every time he’s on the field.
A running back that should be moving up recruiting boards is @Dillard_DHS’s Chris Johnson @christopherj6_.
He comes down with this under-thrown ball here at #MiamiHurricanes Legends Camp. pic.twitter.com/jJosQTokUX
— Marcus Benjamin (@BenjaminRivals) June 25, 2022
Richard Dandridge, Wide Receiver, Homestead – The Temple commit is a very technical route runner that can help move the chains and stretch the defense. Clearly one of the top receivers on Greentree Saturday.
Homestead WR Richard Dandridge showed everyone why he’s one of the best wideouts in South Florida.
Dandridge recently committed to Temple, but Miami has shown interest in the 3-star. @RichardDandri10 pic.twitter.com/U7dB8d6fku
— Michael Yero (@MichaelYero) June 25, 2022
Antoine Jackson, Defensive Back, Dillard – Arguably the best cover corner at the Legends Camp. The Georgia commit breaks on the ball quickly for pass breakups and is able to knock receivers off of routes. Jackson is the total package at corner, but can also play safety as well.
Georgia commit and @Dillard_DHS 2024 DB @ACTION3_JACKSON with the casual one-handed grab at #MiamiHurricanes Legends Camp. pic.twitter.com/USA5qbY2ft
— Marcus Benjamin (@BenjaminRivals) June 25, 2022
Chance Robinson, Wide Receiver, St. Thomas Aquinas – The 2024 talent has the potential to gain a fifth star if he continues on his upward trajectory.
His size makes him dangerous as a possession receiver, but he has the ability to take take the top off of a defense as well. He was re-offered by Miami at the end of camp.
Impressing today at Legends Camp was 2024 WR @ChanceJRobinso1 out of @STA_Football.
He earned a re-offer today from the #MiamiHurricanes. pic.twitter.com/hjMtBdZ35Y
— Marcus Benjamin (@BenjaminRivals) June 25, 2022
Other Standouts
Ezekiel Marcelin, Linebacker, Miami Central (Offered by Miami)
Xavier Lucas, Defensive Back, Deerfield Beach
Koby Howard, Wide Receiver, Pensacola Catholic (Offered by Miami)
Jarvis Boatright, Wide Receiver, Clearwater (Offered by Miami)
Kentre Powell Jr., Wide Receiver, Dillard
Jaden Outar, Defensive Back, Miami Palmetto
Other News and Notes
Nathaniel “Ray Ray”Joseph, was seen at the camp observing as he is completing his official visit at Miami. Koby Howard (2025), who was having a solid camp, suffered a horrific leg injury in one-on-one drills. Miami commits Robbie and Bobby Washington were also on hand but did not compete. Dylan Stephenson and Jaxon Howard also on official visits were seen observing.
