Shaky start doesn't slow Connor Wood
Jon Mahoney, ESPN RISEAfter a rough beginning on the football field, Second Baptist's Connor Wood relied on advice from his brother and constant film study to become one of the nation's top quarterbacks.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009Where I'm From: Lauren Battista
ESPNU HoopGurlz 100 wing Samarie Walker takes you on a tour of what makes her home special.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009Stafford stays cool under pressure
Jon Mahoney, ESPN RISE MagazineAs the nation's top quarterback, Highland Park (Dallas, Texas) star Matthew Stafford is cool under pressure.
Story | Conversation | October 13, 2009All-time greats from each state
Mark Tennis and Brian Stumpf, ESPNRISE.comJust because they don't strap on pads doesn't mean coaches can't make a difference. ESPN RISE looks at each state's top coach.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2009ESPNHS: Best NFL blogs 7/30-8/1
ESPNRISE.comWe scour the Fan Profiles to feature the best blogs, pics and video from high school students across the country.
Story | Conversation | August 04, 2009ESPNHS: Best NFL blogs 8/4-5
ESPNRISE.comWe scour the Fan Profiles to feature the best blogs, pics and video from high school students across the country.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2009ESPNHS: Best NFL blogs 7/20-21
ESPNRISE.comWe scour the Fan Profiles to feature the best blogs, pics and video from high school students across the country.
Story | Conversation | July 22, 2009Dual-sport star Tate makes it look easy
Lucas O'Neill, ESPN RISE MagazineDonavan Tate is a two-sport All-American and a potential first-round pick in June's MLB Draft. How does the Cartersville (Ga.) senior make it look so easy?
Story | Conversation | January 12, 2009Delhomme takes long road to stardom
Mike Loveday, ESPNRISE.comOvershadowed by fellow Louisiana prep QB Peyton Manning, Delhomme has taken a more difficult path to NFL stardom.
Story | Conversation | December 11, 2008Gridiron greats Pennsylvania, Ohio face off
Doug Huff, ESPN Rise.comPennsylvania and Ohio are neighbors and football powers -- making their first-round Great State Debate matchup even more interesting. Doug Huff lends his expert opinion to the debate.
Story | Conversation | September 17, 2008Georgia faces uphill battle in Golden State
ESPNRISE.comThe Golden State has an obvious lopsided population advantage over Georgia, but will the recently crowned TitleTown U.S.A. help Georgia upset California in the Great State Debate?
Story | Conversation | September 15, 2008Who hails from California, Georgia?
ESPNRISE.comWhich state can claim the best high school football players? Here's a look at the all-stars that hail from No. 3 California and No. 6 Georgia.
Story | Conversation | September 15, 2008Is Dre Kirkpatrick the next Champ Bailey?
Throwing to Dre Kirkpatrick's side of the field is about as foolish as the whole Brett Favre fiasco.
Story | Conversation | September 11, 2008Dual-threat QBs set for Texan duel
Brian Stumpf, ESPNRISE.comWhen Texas powerhouses Rider and Sulphur Springs meet Thursday (ESPN2, 9 p.m. ET), be prepared for an offensive display that showcases some of the nation's best prep football talent.
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