Byron Dovales Appointed Midwest Director of the Starts Up Front National and Global Recruiting Board

Founder of 7Twice Academy brings proven lineman development, coaching leadership and regional football relationships to SUFRB

September 17, 2026 — The Starts Up Front National & Global Recruiting Board proudly announces the appointment of Coach Byron Dovales as its Midwest Director.

Dovales is the founder and Director of Player Development for 7Twice Academy, a football development organization focused on building elite linemen, leaders and scholars. His professional profile emphasizes athlete development that extends beyond physical performance to include leadership, discipline, academics and personal growth. LinkedIn identifies Dovales as the founder and Director of Player Development for 7Twice Academy.

Through 7Twice Academy, Dovales provides position-specific football development, strength training, mobility instruction and competitive opportunities for offensive and defensive linemen. The academy’s programming includes individual training, weight-room development, football camps and 5-on-5 pass-rush competition. Its personal-training program emphasizes mobility, strength development, proper lifting mechanics and intelligent athletic progression. 7Twice Academy also operates a structured 5-on-5 pass-rush program.

Dovales’ coaching philosophy is reflected in the phrase “Development Over Exposure.” His approach prioritizes building the technical foundation, football intelligence, discipline and personal character athletes need before seeking widespread recognition. His public platforms emphasize the development of young men both on and off the football field and describe him as a certified mobility coach and the leader of 7Twice Academy. His professional coaching profile also identifies his involvement in 5-on-5 line competition and year-round athlete development.

His football background includes experience coaching offensive and defensive linemen and developing athletes across multiple competitive levels. Dovales has established a visible presence within Western Pennsylvania football and the WPIAL community while expanding 7Twice Academy’s reach through training, camps, media coverage and competitive events.

Dovales has also helped create new media opportunities for high-school football programs and athletes. Through the PA Today and 7Twice Academy platform, he has participated in interviews, regional football conversations and coverage featuring coaches, programs and emerging prospects. The platform has included conversations with respected football leaders such as WPIAL Hall of Fame coach George Novak. The 7Twice Academy media channel features interviews, regional football coverage and athlete-focused programming.

As Midwest Director, Dovales will help lead the Starts Up Front National & Global Recruiting Board’s scouting, evaluation and relationship-building efforts throughout the region. He will collaborate with SUFRB national directors, state directors, scouts, trainers, coaches and evaluators to identify offensive and defensive linemen who deserve regional and national recognition.

His responsibilities will include helping SUFRB:

• Identify emerging and established offensive and defensive line prospects.
• Expand relationships with high-school coaches, trainers, programs and families.
• Evaluate game film, technical development, athletic traits and competitive performance.
• Support regional rankings, national watch lists and player features.
• Identify overlooked athletes with the potential to compete at the collegiate level.
• Assist with regional camps, combines, showcases and evaluation opportunities.
• Connect Midwest prospects with SUFRB’s growing national and global recruiting network.
• Promote consistent evaluation standards across graduation classes and competitive levels.

Dovales’ appointment strengthens SUFRB’s ability to combine athlete development with credible recruiting exposure. His experience working directly with linemen will help the board evaluate more than size, statistics or early physical dominance. SUFRB will benefit from his ability to recognize technical proficiency, movement quality, leverage, hand placement, football intelligence, work ethic and long-term developmental potential.

His leadership will also support SUFRB’s commitment to serving athletes at every stage of the recruiting process. The organization’s mission is not limited to nationally recognized prospects. SUFRB is equally committed to identifying underexposed players who may have the talent and academic qualifications to compete at the Division I, Division II, Division III, NAIA or junior-college level.

The addition of Coach Byron Dovales represents another significant step in the continued development of the Starts Up Front national scouting structure. His emphasis on lineman development, leadership, education and character closely aligns with SUFRB’s mission to evaluate the complete student-athlete.

The Starts Up Front National & Global Recruiting Board proudly welcomes Coach Byron Dovales as its Midwest Director.

About the Starts Up Front National and Global Recruiting Board

The Starts Up Front National & Global Recruiting Board is a specialized football recruiting, scouting and evaluation platform dedicated exclusively to offensive and defensive linemen.

SUFRB provides national and regional rankings, film evaluations, verified player profiles, watch lists, athlete features, camps, showcases and recruiting exposure for trench prospects across multiple graduation classes.

Through an expanding network of national directors, state directors, scouts, coaches, trainers and football professionals, SUFRB is committed to identifying deserving prospects, strengthening recruiting opportunities and transforming unknown athletes into nationally recognized names.

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