Elite Competition

Postseason

Competing with and against some of the highest-rated athletes in the state of Georgia - invitational events, 7v7 tournaments, and elite showcases.

Official Invitations
Georgia Elite
Pierce Richards - Georgia Elite Classic 2025 Official Invitation
FBU GFL
Pierce Richards - FBU National Championship Official Invite
GA 5STAR - ALL STAR CLASSIC
Pierce Richards - GA 5Star All Star Classic
Invitation Only

Georgia
Elite

Pierce earned an invitation to compete with Georgia Elite - a showcase featuring some of the highest-rated athletes in the state. Competing at this level in seventh grade against top-tier talent from across Georgia is a testament to his development and football IQ. Speaking of development, Pierce was very excited to take on a role on the defensive side of the ball at Corner. With his sixth and seventh grade years primarily focused on Offense and special teams, this was an opportunity to match up against some of the best talent in Georgia - in a role he's been eager to play.

EventGeorgia Elite
Grade7th Grade
LevelInvite Only
Georgia Elite GOLD WINS! 32 - 21
Georgia Elite Classic scoreboard showing 32-21 win

Pierce Richards #9 playing CORNER (top of the screen opposite the X or WR on the left). Stops the receiver for a short gain preventing a touchdown.

Pierce Richards #9 playing CORNER (top of the screen opposite the Z or WR on the right). Pierce quickly diagnoses the play as a run out of the backfield and stops the play for no gain.

Pierce Richards #9 playing CORNER (top of screen opposite the Z or WR on the right). Pierce stops the receiver for a short gain.

7v7 Season

7v7
Wins

Pierce's 7v7 season highlighted his ability to win at the line of scrimmage, create separation, and make plays in space against elite competition. Pierce enjoyed the 7v7 season that he was able to participate in as shortly after week three he broke his finger playing basketball. He came back six weeks later - stronger than ever.

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Pierce Richards - 7v7 season