September 18, 2006  Our own Herbie awards  CINCINNATI - The Kirk
Herbstreit Ohio vs. USA Challenge was a great opportunity to
scout numerous top prospects in one setting. It was a
combination of the big names like Ryan Mallett and Willy Korn
but it was also an opportunity to see some surprises as well as
a glimpse ahead to 2008.  Here are my awards for the event. Keep
in mind, I was in Cincinnati Friday and Saturday so I did not
see the following teams.....Springdale, Ark., Lakewood (Ohio)
St. Edward, Massillon (Ohio) Massillon Washington, Chandler
(Ariz.) Hamilton, Philadelphia (Pa.) St. Joseph's and Hilliard
(Ohio) Hilliard Davidson.  Most Impressive Player - I'm going
with Willy Korn for a few different reasons. He played against a
very tough, fired up team that pressured him constantly, he
showed the ability to lead his team from behind and he showed he
doesn't rattle easily when getting knocked around. Ryan Mallett
was impressive as well but he didn't feel pressure all day from
Findlay and safety Eugene