Prime Football Academy is dedicated to nurturing young talent and fostering a love for the game of football. Our academy provides a comprehensive training program that focuses on skill development, tactical understanding, and physical fitness. Our mission is to develop well-rounded athletes who excel both on and off the field. Join us on a journey to become the best version of yourself, surrounded by passionate coaches and teammates who share your dedication to the sport.
Our vision is to create a premier football academy where young athletes can develop their skills, learn the values of teamwork and dedication, and grow into leaders both on and off the field. We strive to be a beacon of excellence in the community, providing top-tier training and resources to help each player reach their full potential.
Our goals are to:
Eric Blount, from Ayden, North Carolina, played college football at the University of North Carolina. He was a 1992 NFL Draft pick for the Arizona Cardinals and played for 2 years. Eric also spent 8 years in the CFL playing for Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, and Montreal. He holds the Edmonton Elks record for most touchdowns in one game (5 TDs vs. Winnipeg in 1995). Additionally, Eric has coaching experience as the RB coach with the Edmonton Huskies in 2007 and the Edmonton Raiders in 2016.
Rio Wells, born in New Orleans, Louisiana, attended John Ehret High School. He played college football at Fresno State University in California for 4 years. Rio signed a free agent contract with the Eskimos (1997-1999), and played for Winnipeg in 2000, one season of Arena Football with Detroit Fury in 2001, and with Toronto Argos in 2001. He has coaching experience with the Edmonton Huskies (2004-2006), where he was part of the CJFL back-to-back champions in 2004 and 2005. He also coached Westend Raiders to city championships in 2022 and 2023.
