IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) quarterback Ryan Downes has spent recent years warranting attention for his potential. Last Sunday, Penn State offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich became the latest ...

Downes broke his leg playing for Venice in 2023; last season he led the Booker Tornadoes to the state Final Four.

"(Ryan Downes) is one of the kids that's worked ... You know, obviously, playing my former team in IMG Academy, it was one of those things where I haven't really had an injury like that before ...

Ryan Downes, a Booker High School quarterback ... 2023, in a game against IMG Academy. And he can add to that the Herald-Tribune Courage Award, which the Tornadoes' graduating senior will receive ...