Christian Payne '28 Recruiting Profile

Sparkman High SchoolHarvest, ALFootball

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Club256 family 7v7

Height6'1"

Weight180lbs

Age15

Primary PositionOutside Linebacker

Secondary PositionSafety

Dominant HandRight

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Personal Statement

Dear Coaches,

I am passionate about pursuing collegiate football as it has been a lifelong dream of mine. My dedication to the sport is reflected in my consistent commitment to training, both physically and mentally. As a player, I bring not only skill and agility on the field but also a strong work ethic and leadership qualities that contribute to a close-knit team dynamic.

I have sharpen my skills by attending USA National MiddleSchool 🏈 Training, Football University Camps and FutureShowcases events. I am confident in my ability to make a positive impact on your team. By getting better 1% daily and being a team player. I am adaptable, coachable, and thrive in high-pressure situations. Beyond my athletic talent, my academic achievements underscore my commitment to success both on and off the field.

I am excited about the prospect of contributing to the legacy of University/Colleges and am eager to bring my enthusiasm, determination, and love for the game to your program. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to the success of your team and further my growth as a collegiate football player.

Thank you for considering my application.

Sincerely,

Christian Payne

Athletics

High School Information

2025 Sophomore Team
Starter
- Jersey: #21

Club Information

Seasons of Club Experience
1 season
2024 256 family 7v7 (14u)
3rd - 4th February - Knoxville, TN. 17th-18th February - Nashville, TN 2nd-3rd March - Panama City Beach, FL 9th-10th March - Atlanta, Ga 23rd-24th March Louisville, KY 30th-31st March - Nashville , TN 6th-7th April- Atlanta, GA

Coach References

Other
James Evans
High School Head Coach
Ronnie Watson

Events

Camp/Event
St. Thomas Football
7/26/25 to 7/26/25
Highschool Football Camp
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Alabama HighSchool Prospect Camp
6/21/25 to 6/21/25
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Clemson 3day Highschool over night camp
6/06/25 to 6/08/25
3 day overnight camp rising 8th - 12graders for fall 2025
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Southern Miss Football Down South Showcase Mega Camp
6/05/25 to 6/05/25
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Memphis Football Mega Camp
6/01/25 to 6/01/25
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FBU Nashville
3/29/25 to 3/29/25
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FBU Atlanta
3/22/25 to 3/22/25
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Rivals Combine
3/08/25 to 3/08/25
Rivals Combine Athlete Report, providing your Unverified Combine Results. Your Verified Results will be posted on the www.rivalscampseries.com website
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Under Armor Next Combine
2/22/25 to 2/23/25
WHY UA NEXT COMBINES? * Under Armour Camp Gear * NFL Coaching * 1-on-1 Competition * UCReport Profile * Only Combine Where Your Verified Data Is Sent To Over 100 D1 Colleges * Top Performers Earn An Invite To Under ArmourNext Camp The Following Day * Open To Current 8th-11th Graders
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Next Level Classic
12/27/24 to 12/29/24
Coach Wise, from the Next Level Freshman/Sophomore Classic. You has been selected out of thousands of Linebackers all over the country as a prospect for the Next Level Classic, a 3-day athlete development & recruiting event, on December 27-29, 2024 in Alpharetta, GA. This program is a fantastic first step to taking your game to the Next Level!
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2024 FBU Top Gun Showcase
12/21/24 to 12/21/24
The Futures Showcase is a one-day assessment of football skill for student-athletes wanting to Showcase their talents in front of some of the best evaluators in the country. This event is modeled after NFL minicamps, with measurable testing, assessments of football skill and development, and functional feedback designed for future improvement. Student-athletes will receive combine measurements/testing (height, weight, wingspan, 40-yard dash, pro agility, 5-10-5 & broad jump) and participate in showcase drills (1v1’s, 7v7, etc.).
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College Football Prospect ID Showcase
12/14/24 to 12/14/24
This one-day regional event is designed by college coaches for high school athletes to compete against their peers from around the region and showcase their abilities in front of college football coaches who will run and organize each event. College Football Prospect ID events are the first premier event following the 2024 high school and college football seasons. This is the first opportunity for college coaches and high school football players to interact directly with each other on the football field. The day is designed by college coaches in order to get the most out of everyone’s time. The college coaches will run the event measuring various metrics while also providing instruction to help identify players and their ability to respond to coaching. This event is designed for high school athletes. Seniors will soon have their signing period open and underclassmen will soon become the priority for the next recruiting class. It’s never too early for high school athletes to be on a coach’s radar. College Football Prospect ID Showcase events will feature three sessions, Offense, Defense, and a Controlled Competition Session (divided in skilled players and big man). This gives players the opportunity to pick the sessions that best fit their skills. Players wanting to showcase their versatility have the option to participate in more than one session. The Controlled Competition Session also allows players to showcase their skills in a simulated game atmosphere. All college coaches will attend each session. Coaches want to get the most out of their time and they don’t want to waste your time. Therefore, it is a very active day for both coaches and players. Players should be prepared for a lot of football and to have conversations with coaches.
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2024 National Combine & All-American Bowl Qualifier Las Vegas
6/01/24 to 6/02/24
FBU National Qualifier is a unique opportunity only offered through FBU. This year, the FBU National Qualifier will once again be held in Las Vegas, NV. This premium event will be a two-day showcase and National Combine/All-American Bowl on NBC qualifier. This event will have an increased presence of All-American Bowl on NBC selection committee members to select more athletes for these exclusive events. This will be the only FBU regional camp with this increased presence! Athletes who are selected will be nationally recognized across all FBU social media platforms.
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FBU x ESPN UA Camp
4/13/24 to 4/14/24
ESPN/UA Combo Events! Athletes will receive all the instruction & competition of a traditional FBU Camp, but with so MUCH more! What else do you get? Official UC Report Headshot Official UC Report Profile Invites to UA Next 8th Grade All-America Game Combine Testing (2025-2028 only) Compete for invite to ESPN Top 300 on Sunday ESPN 300 camp includes video & exclusive gear
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FBU Birmingham
3/16/24 to 3/16/24
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UA Next All-American Camp
2/17/24 to 2/17/24
Athletes will have the option to participate in an NFL combine style testing which will include: the 40- yard dash, vertical jump, and pro-agility. These results will be analyzed by our All America Selection Committee and individually emailed to each participant following the event as a benchmark to improve upon. Former NFL players/coaches will provide individual instruction and their formula for success. Athletes will compete against the best talent in the country in front of the nation’s top media outlets while participating in NFL style evaluation drills and 1 on 1 setting. Athletes will get to compete in speed and agility drills that will determine who is the top athlete in the region.
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Prep Redzone Next Rising Prospect Camp
1/06/24 to 1/07/24
The Prep Redzone Next Rising Prospect Camp is an EARLY opportunity for middle school athletes to get EXPOSURE by performing in front of Prep Redzone Next scouts and other media outlets BEFORE they enter high school. With Prep Redzone Next scouts in attendance, dedicated to highlighting top performers, players will receive unparalleled coverage before, during, and after the event on PrepRedzone.com/Next and social media. PrepRedzone.com/Next is an approved scouting service in accordance with NCAA bylaws, policies, and procedures. Run of show: After check-in, athletes will have a professional headshot taken for identification and will have their height/weight recorded. From there, the showcase is broken into three portions: testing, position-specific drills, and 1-on-1 competition. Testing will include the 40-yard dash (hand-timed), pro shuttle (hand-timed), L Drill (hand-timed), and broad jump.
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FBU Future Showcase 2023
12/18/23 to 12/18/23
You are officially on the #FBUPath and have earned the opportunity to compete with the top Student-Athletes in the 2027-2030 Grad Classes. You will have the chance to earn invites to elite events by competing in front of representatives from the National Combine, FBU Freshman All-American Bowl, UA Next 8th Grade All-American Game and the All-American Bowl on NBC.
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FBU Top Gun Showcase 2023
7/07/23 to 7/09/23
Congratulations! After reviewing your submission, you are officially invited to attend the 2023 FBU Futures Showcase in Naples, FL!
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Nick Saban Football Camp
6/05/23 to 6/05/23
2023 Defensive Line Stats: 5.68 - 40 YD Dash | 22.1 Vertical | 7'1 Long Jump
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PREPREDZONE Next Tour Rising Prospect Tour 2023
5/21/23 to 5/21/23
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FBU Camp
5/07/23 to 5/07/23
Congratulations Christian! After witnessing your technical ability and football IQ at your recent FBU Camp, we believe YOU are ready to compete at America’s Largest Football Showcase – the 2023 FBU TOP GUN SHOWCASE! You are officially on the #PathToNaples and have earned the opportunity to compete with the top HS-MS 2024-2030 - Defensive Line student-athletes in your grad class this July 7-9TH in the Paradise Coast of Naples, FL at the beautiful Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Overall Comments: Very raw, but can be coached up.
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FBU Camp
4/15/23 to 4/15/23
Congratulations! You have been selected to be a part of Team Tennessee Nashville for the Football University National Championship. We hope that you choose to accept this invitation and compete with your fellow All Stars to be National Champions
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2023 UC Report Carolina Showcase
4/10/23 to 4/10/23
Due to your stellar performance at the 2023 UC Carolina Showcase, we want to personally invite YOU to attend one of the upcoming FBU Regional Camps in your area. Christian Payne Thank you for attending the UC South Carolina Showcase! Please see the complete combine results below; HT: 68.5 WT: 141.8 40 DASH: 5.807 SHUTTLE: 5.15 BROAD JUMP: 118.6 Vertical: 17.7 We look forward to seeing you at our next event! Warmest Regards; The UC Verified Team
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FBU Future Showcase 2022
12/17/22 to 12/17/22
Christian Payne Thank you for attending the FBU Futures Camp! Please see your Combine results below. HT: 68.6 WT: 135 40 Dash: 5.72 Shuttle: 5.02 Broad Jump: 81.7 We look forward to seeing you at another event! Sincerely, The UC Verified Team
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FBU Top Gun Showcase 2022
7/08/22 to 7/10/22
Overall Comments: Great ability to learn. Has the speed to be a strong DL in the pass rush.Improvements: continue to work on hand striking. As he gets older, strength + explosiveness will become a major factor in his development as a DL.
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U.S. National Junior Middleschool Team Training Camp
6/24/22 to 6/26/22
Three-day, contact event to train under top coaches and compete against top middle school athletes. Coach Lung from Roosevelt University camp evaluation notes states " Great Work this weekend. Trust your speed its your best assets in your tool box. As you grow things will come together."
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Nick Saban Football Camp
6/06/22 to 6/06/22
Attended camp as Edge Rusher- Height- 5'8" | Weight 128.6 | 40 YD Dash-5.4 |19.00 Vertical | Long Jump 5'10"
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FBU Camp
5/07/22 to 5/07/22
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3rd Annual HIPFOOTBALL ALLSTARS
11/16/19 to 11/17/19
HIP Youth/Adult Youngstown- Tim Johnson created Head Impact Prevention Football League, Inc., which changes the way we approach and play the game. Tim applied his 6 year NFL experience directly to HIP Football and will share his knowledge across the entire spectrum of football as the game continues to evolve. HIP has changed the type of helmet and shoulder pads players wear, in an attempt to address the concussion issue that plagues the football community. By removing the face-mask from the helmet, HIP has taken a level of violence out of the game, allowing your child to become a smarter and healthier student athlete, while preserving their brain and body for the future. HIP Football is 11 vs 11 football as you know it, just emphasizing no head to head contact, 2-hand tag (hip/side), no tackling. It's key that football is taught in a full team environment which includes all 11 positions on both sides of the ball. HIP football allows all participants to play the game at a fast pace while learning proper alignment, assignment and technique through consistent repetitions and film study. These mental skills will carry over to the playing field producing smarter football players.
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2nd Annual HIPFOOTBALL ALLSTARS
6/23/18 to 6/23/18
HIP Youth/Adult Birmingham Mini-Camp -HIP Youth/Adult Youngstown- Tim Johnson created Head Impact Prevention Football League, Inc., which changes the way we approach and play the game. Tim applied his 6 year NFL experience directly to HIP Football and will share his knowledge across the entire spectrum of football as the game continues to evolve. HIP has changed the type of helmet and shoulder pads players wear, in an attempt to address the concussion issue that plagues the football community. By removing the face-mask from the helmet, HIP has taken a level of violence out of the game, allowing your child to become a smarter and healthier student athlete, while preserving their brain and body for the future. HIP Football is 11 vs 11 football as you know it, just emphasizing no head to head contact, 2-hand tag (hip/side), no tackling. It's key that football is taught in a full team environment which includes all 11 positions on both sides of the ball. HIP football allows all participants to play the game at a fast pace while learning proper alignment, assignment and technique through consistent repetitions and film study. These mental skills will carry over to the playing field producing smarter football players.
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1st Annual HIPFOOTBALL ALLSTARS
11/11/17 to 11/11/17
HIP Youth/Adult Youngstown - HIP Youth/Adult Youngstown- Tim Johnson created Head Impact Prevention Football League, Inc., which changes the way we approach and play the game. Tim applied his 6 year NFL experience directly to HIP Football and will share his knowledge across the entire spectrum of football as the game continues to evolve. HIP has changed the type of helmet and shoulder pads players wear, in an attempt to address the concussion issue that plagues the football community. By removing the face-mask from the helmet, HIP has taken a level of violence out of the game, allowing your child to become a smarter and healthier student athlete, while preserving their brain and body for the future. HIP Football is 11 vs 11 football as you know it, just emphasizing no head to head contact, 2-hand tag (hip/side), no tackling. It's key that football is taught in a full team environment which includes all 11 positions on both sides of the ball. HIP football allows all participants to play the game at a fast pace while learning proper alignment, assignment and technique through consistent repetitions and film study. These mental skills will carry over to the playing field producing smarter football players.
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Dreambowl All-American Football Camp
Received Invitation to Dreambowl All-American Football Camp
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FBU Charlotte

Training

Body Creation Inc. (BCI) Sports Performance & Fitness
2 years
In 2021 began youth development training learning to train load fundamental patterns of lifting and expand on movement capabilities while addressing speed, strength and agility in our speed training programs in BCI youth acceleration program.
Winning Edge
2 years
Work with Coach T. Swift on Defensive Line proper hand and feet technique and fundamentals. https://www.thewinningedgetraining.com/
Step by Step Sports Training
1 year
Defensive Back / Linebacker training, Fundamental training on footwork stance, technique and overall skill development.
AllinOne Training
1 year
Train with AIO Owner | Justin Woodall Former Alabama DB | National Champ🐘 Former Tampa Bay Rays MiLB

Additional Sports

Track
2 years
Junior Varsity Team
This 2025 track outdoor season has started off going well running 100m, 200m and 4X100 relay earning my first medal of the year in the first week of the season.