Some of the top players in the Houston area came out to compete at The Box Showcase, a premier event that featured elite matchups including QBs, RBs vs. LBs, and TEs vs. DBs. The event gave athletes a chance to refine their skills and go head-to-head with high-level competition. Here are the MVPs at each position:
Shaan Patel – QB MVP (Fulshear, Class of 2026)
Patel showed why he’s poised for a breakout senior year.
Strong arm and pinpoint accuracy
Leads receivers with precision passing on their routes
Fit passes into tight windows
Dominated in passing drills and 1v1s
Verdict: Top passer at the event; expect a big 2025 from him at Fulshear.
Tristan Willis – RB MVP (Class of 2026)
The most dominant player at the showcase, Willis was unguardable
Elite pass-catching ability
Crisp route runner with receiver-like polish
Explosive and elusive runner
Made defenders miss with ease during 1v1s vs LBs
Verdict: Overall MVP; one of the top junior backs in the state of Texas.
Dominic Giametta – TE MVP (Class of 2026)
Giametta stood out with a complete skill set at the position.
Strong hands and polished route running
Quick off the ball with great body control
Reliable target with late hands
Physical at the point of attack
Note: Also a standout baseball player committed to Alabama.
Joseph Credit – LB MVP (Class of 2026)
Credit backed up his recruitment buzz with a dominant showing.
Great instincts and sideline-to-sideline speed
Played with patience and physicality
Excelled in 1v1s vs RBs
Strong in pass coverage and run support in the cat and mouse drills
Recruitment: Holds 18 offers including TCU, SMU, Arizona State, Kansas, Houston, Baylor, Texas A&M, and UCLA.
Austin Baird – DB MVP (Katy Jordan, Class of 2025)
Baird made his presence felt early and often.
Smooth footwork and disciplined technique
Excelled in man coverage, rarely gave up separation
Didn’t bite on fakes, stayed in phase
Junior Year : All-District 19-6A selection with 35 tackles and an interception.