Class of 2008: 6-6, 315-pound OL Vinston Painter

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One of the top junior prospects in the state of Virginia is also one of the biggest. 6-6, 315-pound Vinston Painter , a left tackle for Maury High School (Norfolk, VA), has already received numerous Division 1A scholarship offers and is well on his way to being one of the most highly recruited prospects in the state, perhaps in the country.

As is typical for any offensive line standout in high school, Painter combines excellent size with very good athleticism. But what stands out the most about Painter is outstanding work ethic.

“For his size, he is very athletic and he runs real well,” Maury Head Coach Dealton Cotton said. “And he has a mission. He wasn’t a good football player coming in, but he has built himself up to be very dominant. He is a kid who continues to get better. He’s still really a baby to football.”

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