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Page 4 - August - September, 2019 High School Sports Scene - Keeping Kids In The News www.highschoolsportsscene.com www.highschoolsportsscene.com High School Sports Scene - Keeping Kids In The News August - September, 2019 - Page 5 Ithaca Looking To Take Advantage Linemen, Linebackers Of Overall Team Speed This Season Spearhead Alma Attack quarterbacks in the state. Hessbrook good speed and is a disrupting force Greg Chrapek Among the reasons are seniors his best season. had a lot of summer work. Sports Scene is a three-year starter who brings on defense at outside linebacker. John Raffel plenty of skill and experience to the Logan Fitzgerald, Coleten Garrett Garrett is 5-7, 205, and will play “It’s looking good,” he said of With the return of a solid group Junior running back Derek Sports Scene position. and Ryan Calhoun. center and middle linebacker. He the 2019 Panthers. “Everybody is of skill-position players and good Draher (6-0, 200) is another option Dan Falor is excited with his Fitzgerald is an offensive and started at center last season. working hard for a spot. There’s a team speed, the Ithaca Yellowjackets Senior Brayden Shaw (6-1, 200) at running back. A physical runner, linemen and linebackers this defensive tackle, who is 5-feet-11, lot of depth.” are primed to get back to dou- is a four-year starter. A big running Draher started at linebacker last season. “I’m kind of shorter than a lot back with good strength and speed, season and will provide impact 200 pounds. He is expected to be a ble-digit wins this fall. The Alma head football coach of the D linemen I go against,” he Calhoun will be an offensive Shaw is also a defensive standout at plays on both side of the football. mainstay on both sides of the line said. “I have a lot of luck against tackle and outside linebacker. Last season was the first in ten has reasons for that. linebacker. and said he’s anticipating having the linemen I go against.” years that Ithaca failed to hit dou- Up front, senior Dalton Williams “I feel I get off the ball really ble-digit wins. With the talent on In the trenches, senior Chanc (6-1, 250) is a returning starter who Garrett has a new quarterback well,” he said of his offensive line hand this year, Ithaca is determined McCormack (5-10, 220) is back will help fortify both the offensive he’ll be snapping the ball to this spot. “We’ve been in the weight to increase its win total. for his third year on the varsity. A and defensive lines. season but is confident it will go room a lot and working on tech- strong player with a great attitude, “Our strong points will be our smoothly. nique.” “The outlook is very good for the McCormack will be an anchor along upcoming season,” said Ithaca coach team speed,” Hessbrook said. “We “You have to have good commu- Calhoun is confident in his abili- both the offensive and defensive have a few guys that are returning Terry Hessbrook. We are always lines. nication with the quarterback at all ties as a tackler, one-on-one. excited to get football season started that have very good speed. We also time,” he said. “You have to keep Alma's Coleten Garrett Junior wide receiver Zach Poff return most of our skilled players “I’ve improved in that I think in Ithaca. Our team does not have a working.’’ less about what to do and go out great number of participants, so we (5-10, 180) returns for his second from a year ago.” season as a varsity starter. A quick, Garrett said his role on defense and do it,” he said. strength of the Alma defense,” he will have to be fortunate enough to Hard work and teamwork are key said. “It’s a very young team this elusive receiver who also plays will be going to the ball and mak- Calhoun plans on being a leader stay healthy.” to success this season. year. We have a lot of juniors. But defensive back, Poff led Ithaca in ing a lot of tackles. for the Alma defense. we can be just good this year.” On offense, the Yellowjackets receptions and receiving yards last “We must work as hard as the He and the other two linemen have a number of impact players season. teams before us to earn our stripes,” “Speed and athleticism will be a that will keep opposing defensive Hessbrook said. “We must figure coordinators up all night. At quar- Fellow junior Chance Risner (5- out ways to get the ball to our play- terback, junior Brady Hessbrook 10, 160) is another talented receiver. makers early on and we must stay (6-0, 185) is one of the top junior A two-way starter last year, Risner healthy.” is a playmaker on offense with very Ithaca fullback/linebacker Brayden Shaw is back for his fourth season on the Ithaca varsity team. Alma's Logan Fitzgerald & Ryan Calhoun Saginaw Heritage Humm Making Key Contribution Poised To Build On Last As Alma Athletic Director John Raffel “It takes discipline, and the aggressive- Humm said the defense mixes things Year’s Winning Season Sports Scene ness that’s necessary to be a solid defense, up to try to catch the offense off guard. have our quarterback, our running and I like the game planning, figuring Greg Chrapek Steve Humm has worn various hats for “Each week it’s different,” Humm said. Sports Scene backs and pretty much all our receiv- out what other teams run and how you’re “You game plan for each opponent. It ers back. We graduated four of our athletics at Alma High School. He is now going to stop them,” he said. With a large group of players re- the Panther athletic director and has been depends on what the offense is going to five starting linemen so we have to The focus during summer has been do. We’re young, but we’ll be physical and turning from a team that posted the get our offensive line ready to go.” track coach in the past. But this year for school’s first winning season in five the football program, he is back again as “working on techniques,” Humm said. aggressive. The challenge is getting the years, the Saginaw Heritage football Overall, Heritage has over 40 defensive coordinator. “We have a lot of young kids coming up as players to play to the speed of the varsity players on the team and the depth we lost a lot. Two of our most experienced level and the complexity of things; we do team is excited to get the new season It’s his fifth year as defensive coordi- started. will be a strong point. Last year’s kids have injuries (as of late July). We’re more things at the varsity level. I work success and winning season also has nator, and he likes the aspects that come trying to get the new kids up to playing at with the DBs so there’’s more coverages A host of players are back for the the team hungry for more. with the job. the varsity level.” than what they’re used to at the varsity Hawks who turned in a 5-4 record l e v e l .” last year. On offense, quarterback “Last year was a big stepping stone Keegan Robertson is a three-year for us,” Peterson said. “The kids starter who is back to run the have to believe they can do it. Last offense. Senior Darius Hogg and year was the first winning season in Alma Athletic Director Steve Humm junior Jordon Keahey head up the five or six years. 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Kale Schiebner are in the mix at and early success.” quarterback. Senior Jake Boss and Haslett opens the season at Returning Vets, Stadium Upgrades junior Chance Cook add to the Coldwater and then Saginaw Swan Valley On Mission talent at wide receiver. debuts at home against “We have a solid core Lansing Sexton before Have Haslett Football Excited of seniors returning this hitting the road to Ma- To Return To Ford Field This Year shared the league title with St. offensive line. fall,” said Haslett coach son and Fowlerville in “Our goal is to work harder than sees the same kind Greg Chrapek Charlie Otlewski. “We weeks three and four. Greg Chrapek Sports Scene Johns and Williamston. A quartet of starters also return Sports Scene before,” Berenyi. “We’re using last of potential in this will need other seniors Making the season year’s semifinal loss to fuel the fire. year’s defense. After earning a share of the Four starters return on both to the defense. Dabler returns at After falling a game shy or its to step up as well as even more of a thrill is We have been putting in more time CAAC Red championship last year, sides of the line to anchor this defensive end with Nate Polston goal of playing for a state champi- “Our defense is some underclassmen the work that has been studying film and after practice the Haslett football team is poised year’s squad. On offense, senior leading the way at linebacker. The onship at Ford Field last year, the going to be really to be successful again. done at the stadium. workouts.” for even more success this season. Andrew Waters and Devin Nash Vikings return a pair of veteran Our strength this year Saginaw Swan Valley football team good this year,” give the Vikings a pair of danger- starters in the secondary in junior “We’ve had some ma- Senior Chase Smith (6-2, 220) is Gonzalez said. “We A talented group of seniors is the mix of experi- is determined to take the final step ous receivers. Drew Dabler (5-11, Xavier Thelen (6-2, 175) and Nash. jor renovations to Jamie entering his third year on the varsi- have a lot of guys return for Haslett this season. The ence we have in both this season. 220) is being recruited by a num- Gent Stadium,” Otlewski said. “It ty. A linebacker, Smith believes the back on defense senior group turned in an 8-2 Several newcomers to the lineup skill positions and the offensive While several key players have ber of Division 2 and 3 schools and will make it the premier stadium in chemistry of this year’s team will and we’ve been overall record last year and 4-1 are poised to contribute as well. and defensive lines. The key for a graduated from last year’s team, a lines up at H-Back or tight. Kyle Seniors Marcus Medrano and successful season is staying healthy mid-Michigan.” make a big impact. working hard to conference record as the Vikings Pinkelman (6-2, 225) anchors the veteran core of returning players get even better.” has the shared goal of making it to “Our team chemistry is our Ford Field for the second time in strong point,” Smith said. “We While Swan the past three years. work together well as a team. We Valley has a strong want to make it farther in the play- core of veterans Carson Berenyi (6-1, 260), a offs this year and working together back, they also DeWitt Looking To Carry On four-year varsity player, is one of will be a key to that.” have an infusion of the key veterans back this year. young talent that Like Smith, senior wide receiver/ Saginaw Swan Valley returns a strong veteran core that includes (left to right) Chase An anchor of the defensive line, will make an impact. Legacy Of Last Year’s Senior Class Berenyi and his teammates have defensive back Hunter Gonzalez Smith (50), Hunter Gonzalez (3), Ara Nab (8) and Carson Berenyi (66). is also a three-year varsity player. Senior tight end/line- been hard at work since the day backer Ara Nab, also Greg Chrapek DeWitt coach Rob Zimmerman, On defense, five starters return. are a pair of after dropping a 14-7 decision to Last season Gonzalez was part of “I’m really excited about some of big shoes to fill this year but we “but this team has continued to The Panthers are solid along the young linemen a Swan Valley defense that limited a three-year veteran, Sports Scene eventual state champion Hudson- likes what he sees from the young our younger kids,” Nab said. “We also have a lot of returnees. All of improve throughout the offseason.” defensive line with the return of to watch for. On ville Unity Christian in last year’s seven of 13 opponents to sin- have a lot of hard-working young us are ready to go.” Graduation day hit the DeWitt Brock Yabs, Jacob Redinger Beho- the defensive Vikings. On offense, a pair of starters Division 5 state semifinals. gle-digit scoring outputs. Gonzalez kids coming up. We have a lot of football team hard this past June, vitz and Gilbert. Debri returns to side of the ball, return from last year’s squad. but while a large senior class has head up the linebacking corps. Jake Blake Beachnau, Tight end Mason Gilbert, who has moved on, the Panthers have a Spedoske is a veteran returning to Cooper Brum- committed to Eastern Kentucky, sizable group of players on hand to the defensive backfield. field and Grant returns to provide impact plays. carry on the winning tradition. Uyl are a trio of Noah Behovitz returns to anchor “The strength of the team will be Veteran Quarterback Brady young lineback- Last year’s DeWitt’s senior led this year’s offensive line. the front six on defense with five of ers to look for. the Panthers to a 12-1 overall them returning from last season,” Drew Schorfhaar is stepping in Tyler Holtz, record, with the lone loss coming Zimmerman said. have not lost a game since fourth Devereaux Returns To Lead in the Division 2 state semifinals at quarterback with Andrew Debri McIntosh, Debri and Bresser will grade,” Zimmerman said. “We will against eventual state champion and Collin Dinninger handling the DeWitt is also blending in some contribute in the secondary. be very young in many positions running game. Michael Nehf and promising newcomers. Tommy Detroit King. “The returning seniors learned a so growing up in a hurry will be The Way For Hemlock Tommy Brandell will also be key McIntosh, Luke Bresser and Bryce great deal from a great senior class crucial. We expect to compete for “We graduated a tremendous contributors along the offensive Debri will see time at receiver. last fall and the current juniors another league championship.” Greg Chrapek Hemlock trailing Vassar 14-0 at running back. senior class from last year,” said line. Conner Pochert and Kyren Geller Sports Scene halftime. Devereaux helped to lead “We have a lot a comeback victory that started the What a difference a year makes. of young skill guys Huskies on to an 8-2 record. Along who are coming the way the talented dual-threat art (FB/TE), James Horn (OG), are returning some experienced A year ago, Brady Devereaux along,” Devereaux entered the season as Hemlock’s quarterback rushed for 26 touch- said. Gilchrist (OT), Derek Hampton players. Our running game should downs and passed for four scores. (OG), Brice Isenhath be solid, combined with backup quarterback. This fall, the Mason Set To Be Lansing-Area Power talented senior enters the season as Along the line, Michael McGuire, Chance Michigan, Cincinnati University, (C). Key defensive an improved passing With a year of starting expe- Hemlock returns John Raffel players are Michael game. Defensively, we one of the premier quarterbacks in rience under his belt, Devereaux Sports Scene Strickland, Mason Stewart, Youngstown State, Michigan Tech, the area. Cody Pitt and Alex Charlot, James Horn, Jack Ferris State and Saginaw Valley,” McGuire (S), Chance return most of our is poised to build on last year’s Hunter Hahn with Gary Houghton’s Mason football Gilchrist, Derek Hampton and Houghton said. “McGuire has seen Strickland (S/C), starters. Running the As a junior, Devereaux was success. Plenty of talent joins tight end Brayden team plays in a tough league with Brice Isenhath are top returners. interest from Davenport Univer- Mason Stewart (LB), ball and being physical looking to gain experience as Devereaux on offense led by senior Green. the likes of Williamston and St. sity, Ferris State and Northwood Alex Charlot (LB), on defense (will be a the backup signal caller. That all wide receiver Aaryn Sylvester. The Hemlock returns several key players including quarterback Brady Devereaux (7), Ethan Bond, Jedian Acevedo, Green is a leader John’s. But he still likes his team’s University.” Jack Gilchrist (DT) strength).” changed in game one when the Huskies also have some young wide receiver Aaryn Sylvester (11) and lineman Cody Pitt (57). prospects. Chance Mullins and Conor Wil- and Jackson Lockwood starting quarterback went down talent poised to make an impact of the defense at the liamson are top newcomers Key players on offense are “Getting off to a good middle linebacker (S/C). “We should be improved, with a season-ending injury. in sophomores Corbin Larkin at eaux is a veteran safety. John Ma- to the defensive line while Sylvester It’s his third season as coach. The Michael McGuire (TB), Chance start and winning close games that position. Pitt and Hahn also return “(Offensive tackle) Gilchrist after starting six sophomores Devereaux entered the game with wide receiver and Robert Knapik at jewski and Jacob Kelley also return is a key returnee at safety. squad was 5-4 last year after a 2-7 Strickland (WR/QB), Mason Stew- we lost last season,” will be critical to the defensive line while Dever- mark in 2017. has seen interest from Eastern last year,” Houghton said. “We Houghton said.

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earned a great deal of experience during last season and have worked very hard Mount Pleasant Will Have To in preparation for what should be a very Breckenridge Faces Unique competitive pre-season camp. I believe we have as good as front four on defense as we Compensate For Key Loss have had at MP, led by three-year starter Challenges This Season Tyler Huenneman. John Raffel Key losses included Hunter Genia (OL) John Raffel goal ultimately is to make the state said. Sports Scene Evan Grossnickle (OL), Damian Loya (OL/ “We also return a 1,000-yard rusher in finals and see what happens. At DL), Jackson Ostrowsky (QB), Spencer Zach Mogg. However, the success of this Sports Scene Spencer Ramirez is a tackle and Mount Pleasant football coach Jason that point, every team is good. We MacGregor (WR), Hunter Norris (LB/FB) team will have a lot to do with how soon Coach Kris Robinson and the guard who had seven tackles in the McIntyre reached a milestone last season got some breaks last year but we and Noah Schicht (OL/LB). we gain experience and confidence at QB, Breckenridge Huskies were one title game. when his team went 10-1 and won the Sag- thought we could make a run.” Oline and in the secondary. Our challenge game away from taking it all last Payton Huntoon will be a wing- inaw Valley Conference championship. Key newcomers are seniors Malachi Graduation took its toll. The Wilson (LB) and Cooper Phillips (QB/RB), as coaches will be how quickly we can get season. back and cornerback. McIntyre crossed the 100-win line. He our young players to play at the speed and Huskies lost 11 seniors who and juniors Parker Mitchell (RB), Owen But it was still a year for the ages “We’re fast,” Robinson said. now has a 108-36 record in 14 seasons. intensity that is required at the varsity foot- contributed to the cause including Foust (OL/DL), Kyle Borodychuk (OL/LB), for Huskie football fans. “We’re not a big team where we can ball level. I have been really impressed with Carter Staley, a four-year starting Returning starters who are seniors are Jo Mark Goenner (WR/DB) Anton Ricum- go between the tackles and grind our senior leadership in the off-season, and A very special team rolled to a quarterback who was 14-of-19 for Ostrowsky (WR/DB), Tyler Huennaman strict (WR/DB) and Griffin Brookens (LB). it out. This year we are small, but this will be key in how we handle adversity 5-0 record to win the Mid-State 177 yards in the title game and (TE/DE), Zach Mogg (DB/RB), Willem we’re a bolt of lightning all over the “We will have some big shoes to fill, throughout the season.” Activities Conference title. But HunterSince Collins, a 1916,four-year Auto-Owners starting and your Miret (OL/DL), Ben Velguth (OL/DL), especially on offense coming off our 10-1 Trusted for generations...after a 9-0 regular season, four running back. place. We’ll use different strategy.” Luke Taylor (DB) and Demetri Griffin SVL championship team from last season,” more games put Breckenridge in local independentRobinson agent isn’t have quite sure what (WR/DB) “We lost a lot of good talented McIntyre said. “I expect most of the teams the Division 8 state championship kids,” Robinson said. this team’s prospects will be. 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Central head coach Eric downs. Hunter Klein, an offensive verse City was something that was Raiders were one win from a per- players. the summer time is a chance to Schugars said to the Tra- lineman, is now at Siena Heights. Smith also played for the Legacy always thought about said Peyton’s fect season last year. relax and have some fun. For for- verse City Record Eagle. Mitchell Mallek, a defensive back, But a major challenge, Novara Adidas Elite 7-on-7 team this father Brett Smith. mer Ithaca student athlete Peyton “We live in a beautiful They’ll tty it again, albeit it is now at Adrian College. acknowledged, is replacing eight summer that represented the state Smith, this summer has been about “We’ve had a place up here in area, eh?.” won’t be easy with the loss of some players on defense and the entire of Michigan and traveled na- Blake Meyers is a running back as busy as it can get. Traverse City for seven years,” Brett outstanding talent. offensive line. With his combi- and returning all-league player. tion-wide this summer. The team Smith said. “We’ve been devel- Smith, who spent his previous nation of athletic Portland finished with a 13-1 Cade Simon is a defensive line Lansing Catholic, Sexton, Ionia, won the Midwest regional and the oping some land up here and we three years at Ithaca High School, ability and academic record and 5-0 mark in the Capital returner and all-league standout. Eaton Rapids and Charlotte are the East Coast regional and turned in a purchased a couple more spots for transferred to Traverse City Cen- excellence, Smith has Area Activities Conference. Other returners are Gavin Mc- league opponents. strong performance at the National development. I’ve been up there tral this summer when his family a number of collegiate Gregor at running back-defensive tournament. helping my dad out and I’ve always Former Ithaca quarterback Peyton Smith is The Raiders lost the title game “It’s always a tough league,” moved to the Traverse City area programs recruiting him back; David Svanda at wide receiv- Smith has also found time to to move up there. When I told finishing his high school career at Traverse to Hudsonville Unity Christian 42- Novara said. shortly after the 4th of July. including Harvard, Yale er, Caso Frewentl at linebacker and put in time in the weight room Peyton about the move, he was all City Central High School. 7. Portland was league, district and and Dartmouth from the Owen Russell at quarterback. The Raiders have had four 10- A multi-sport athlete and honor as he has added 18 pounds to his for it. It’s a beautiful area and there regional champs along with state Ivy League. Smith’s older plus win seasons. They won the student, Smith has been busy pre- 6-foot-4 plus frame and is up to is a lot going on up here.” and not let football use you.” runner-up. “We want to improve each brother Travis is the starting quar- Division 5 state title in 2012. paring for the new football season 195 pounds. Making a college decision is still week and be in a position to win a with his new teammates at Central. Traverse City Central head terback at Harvard. In Smith, Traverse City Central coach Eric Schugars was more than over a year away for Smith as he Before beginning fall practice with Academics is very important in is getting a quarterback who happy that the beautiful Traverse plans to attend a prep school fol- the Trojans, Smith attended several our family,” Brett Smith said. “You passed for almost 1,200 yards and City area played a role in the lowing his senior year at Traverse football camps along with working only play football for a few short Portland ended the 2018 season with a disappointing loss at Ford Field. 16 touchdowns while rushing for Smith’s decision to relocate. City Central. with quarterback coaches Donovan years. I tell my sons to use football Freeland To Rely On Martin Wants To Lead Bridgeport To Championship Senior Class As It Faces John Raffel hard in the weight room this off-season. needs me there, so I don’t have a problem with it.” Sports Scene “He is a three-sport player so I have seen Loaded Schedule Bridgeport’s Bobby Martin is ready for the great things in all from this young man. But As an inside linebacker, Martin is tough on the football field is where he has shown to stop. Greg Chrapek collarbone in week three. type of season, which has his teammates and fans extremely excited. the most exciting plays. (He is expected) to “I’m a leader and I’ll be vocal,” he said. “I’ll Senior Aiden West returns at Sports Scene lead his team back to the playoffs with his make sure everybody knows their jobs. My fullback with senior captain Vinnie The Bearcats were 4-5 last season, a year Although small in number, teammates. Seven days a week he is in the strengths on defense are watching the plays, Kowalski anchoring the offensive after qualifying for the playoffs for only the Freeland’s senior class is a quality weight room and on the field getting better. reading the keys, being vocal and getting to line. second time in school history. group. Along with providing lead- I love this young, very respectful and caring the ball as quick as possible.” ership, the Falcon seniors fill some Kowalski anchors the defensive Returning to the playoffs is definitely on young man I know.” Defense is his forte. important positions for a team that line while Dreyer, Morgan and their mind. Martin made honorable mention for is facing a rugged schedule this West head up the linebacking Martin will be a senior this year with his Saginaw dream team last season. He was the “Colleges are contacting me now but I’ll season. group. DeBeau and Vlassis return fourth year on the varsity. team’s freshman of the year as a ninth grader. worry about it later,” he said. “I want to be “We’re young, really young,” said in the secondary. 100 percent for my team. We are state title Kevin Marshall Sr., Bridgeport’s coach, is “In my sophomore year, I was in the top 10 contenders. We have good talent, we work Freeland coach Kevin Townsend. Among the non-seniors, excited to see what his senior linebacker will in tackles on the team,” he said. hard and we have a chip on our shoulder that “We have up to six sophomores up junior Ben Wellnitz (te/db) and be able to do this season. As a freshman and sophomore, he was nobody respects us so we have to work hard on varsity and a small senior class, sophomores Alex Duley (te/db), center and defensive tackle. This year, he’ll for everything we want.” but we have a good senior class.” Bryson Huckeby (qb/te) and Jacob “He’s a true leader in the locker room as again be at linebacker and also an offensive Kundinger (rb/lb) return to fill key well on the field. A great person,” Marshall Swan Valley and Freeland will be among Those seniors will play a key role left tackle. As a tackle, I have quick feet, so roles. said. “He had over 100 total tackles with five the top team he expects to see. for Freeland as it faces six teams sacks last year. He’s a God-fearing young man that means I can protect the quarterback that made the playoffs among the Seniors Thorin Magyar (ol/dl), Freeland seniors Jack Dreyer (25), Jaden DeBeau (6), Trey Morgan (26), who has his head on his shoulders the right blind side and I also have quick hands. It’s Martin also plays basketball and baseball nine teams on the schedule. 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I good this season.” Last fall saw the Midland think we should be pretty good.” Greg Chrapek Warriors are looking to improve. football team experience plenty Senior Maxx Fisher is a ver- Sports Scene “Our senior class is not that of success. This year, with Senior Tommy Johnstone satile returnee who plays wide big, but the guys we do have are several key players back, the (5-10, 165) is a returning wide receiver and is the team’s punter Rebuilding is the name of the receiver and defensive back. and kicker. game for the Bay City Western good athletes,” Fryzel said. “Our Chemics are poised to build on junior class is large and they like to that success. Johnstone brings skill and expe- “We’re young this year,” football team. This year’s Western rience to both sides of the ball. squad has a promising group of compete. We were 1-8 last year but Midland turned in a 9-4 Fisher said. “We need some of young players along with a number you should see a big improvement overall record last year, reaching “I think we look pretty good,” the younger guys to step up and of players with varsity experience this year.” the Division 2 state semifinals Johnstone said. “We’ve worked play like veterans. We also have returning. Western has a large group of where it fell to Muskegon Mona hard in the weight room and our a good mind set this year.” work ethic looks pretty good.” Junior quarterback Jack Fryzel linemen on both sides of the ball Shores. Midland also placed Senior Brady Woods (6-2, is one of the promising young that will provide the foundation up second in the conference to Mt. Midland also returns junior 190) also returns. Woods is a players poised to make an impact front as Western looks for its first Pleasant. quarterback Alex Money. Mon- versatile defensive back and this season. Fryzel gained plenty of winning season since 2012. West- Senior offensive lineman Sol- ey was pulled up to the varsity wide receiver. ern turned in a 1-8 record last year varsity experience as a sophomore omon Thomas (6-4, 245) is one during the second week last “We have a lot of receivers with the lone win coming against last year and brings an improved of the key players returning. The season and helped the Chemics back and a lot of guys quick off Bay City Glenn. skill set into the season. lone starter returning up front, on their march to the state the ball,” Woods said. “We are quarterfinals. Junior lineman Justin Doty is “We’ve been getting a lot of guys Thomas is a skilled lineman to going to use that as a big advan- also a young veteran. A offensive to show up in the weight room,” build around. “We have a good core of guys tage over our opponents.” Doty said. “We have a large group Solomon Thomas (52) and Tommy Johnstone (3) are among some of and defensive lineman who was on “I’m the only returner to the returning,” Money said. “We the veterans returning for Midland. the varsity as a freshman, missed of linemen and they are all show- last season due to an injury but it ing up in the weight room. We also back healthy this season. have some really skilled guys. We have a lot of great receivers and With over 60 players in the pro- defensive backs.” Bay City Western returns a large group of veterans this season gram, numbers are strong and the including Jack Fryzel (9) and Justin Doty (50). Saginaw Valley Lutheran Poised For Improvement This Season Saginaw Nouvel Has A New Look Greg Chrapek prove during the offseason. On suffered a torn ACL last year but Sports Scene offense, junior Eli Frank returns is back healthy this year. Juniors at quarterback. Junior running Davin Jahnke and Mike Weiss As New Head Coach Steps In Optimism surrounds the backs Scott Smith and Darius are a pair of linemen that will Saginaw Valley Lutheran foot- receiver and is a corner- our defense.” Ott spark the running game contribute along both the offen- Greg Chrapek ball team this year. Coming off back on defense. with senior Brett Billingsley sive and defensive lines. Sports Scene Anchoring the lines are an impressive win in the final back at the slot back position. “I think our overall team The Saginaw Nouvel “We looking forward senior Kieran Schultz (6-4, week of last season and with Paving the way up front is an speed is pretty good,” Willey football team has a differ- to the season,” Dwan said. 230) and junior Darron plenty of work put in during the offensive line led by seniors said. “Our guys are not big, but ent look this year. Not only “We are going to take it Chinery (6-2, 245). Big, offseason, the Chargers bring Charlie Shaw (6-3, 280) and they are quick and fast. We are did the Panthers graduate game by game and work strong and athletic, Schultz plenty of optimism into the new Jeremy Britton. going to us that speed and elu- some key players from last hard every week. Obvious- and Chinery will man the season. ly, coach Boyd was a great offensive tackle positions “We are a lot better looking siveness to our advantage.” year’s team that compiled “We are looking to be dras- coach. Coach Weigl brings while provide a pair of im- already,” Britton said. “We are a 6-4 record, but a new tically improved,” said Valley The Chargers also bring a a new perspective and he pact bookends at defensive looking a lot better than last head coach will roam the Lutheran coach Joe Willey. hungry attitude into the season. cares about the players like end. year. We’ve also had a lot of new sidelines as veteran Nouvel “We know we are up against a coach Boyd. He is a good kids show up.” “Our mentality will be a defi- coach Mike Boyd stepped Senior Zaiden Mitchell great challenge, but the kids are fit for us.” nite strength,” said Frank. “I also down. 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The style of play, as usual, Falor said, will cater to his team’s personnel. Alma Football Team Set For “We were pretty run heavy the past few St. Charles Celebrating 20th years with Brec Alward,” Falor said. “We’ll have to see what gives us the best opportuni- Another Banner Season ty to be successful.” Anniversary Of State Title Team kids coming in and working out,’’ Falor said. John Raffel Martin is coming off a track season when John Raffel “We’re building,” an assistant focus on running. But Gonzales Sports Scene The offensive line will be a strength for the he tied for second in the high jump at the Sports Scene coach for St. Charles said. “We will contribute to a strong receiv- Panthers. state final, with an effort of 6 feet, 4 inches. have a lot of young guys com- ing game. Alma would like to think one impressive Quarterback Brett Schultz and football season deserves another. ing back. We have some good Good hands and speed after he “We return three starters, plus a couple of For football, he’s a starting wide receiver slot receiver Joe Gonzales will prospects this year and we’re very It’s why coach Dan Falor has reason to guys coming up from the JVs,” Falor said. and defensive safety. play key roles in what St. Charles catches the ball are key features for excited about it. Our numbers are Gonzales. be excited with a new season. The Panthers Key returners are senior receiver and As a receiver, “I’m able to go up and high hopes will be a memorable football looking good. We look forward to were 9-2 last season, which ended in a tough defensive back Case Martin, senior lineman point the ball and jump,” he said. season this fall. the season.” Gonzales missed most of last 14-13 district final loss to Escanaba. and linebacker Ryan Calhoun, senior line- season with torn ligaments in his Martin expects the offense to go half-and- The Bulldogs were 1-8 last year Schultz is a senior for St. men Coleten Garrett and Logan Fitzgerald. ankle. But he came back and and “We’re happy with how we’ve done the half between running and passing. Whether and have only won four games the Charles, who is expecting a turn- Senior Tanner Vaga is an offensive guard and badly wants to have a good season. last three years,” he said. “We talk about how he’s single- or double-teamed, Martin is con- past three years. This is the 20th around. we could have gotten the district title and nose guard. anniversary of the 1999 team that “We have some talent returning fident in his abilities to get open. Defensively, “We’ll have some more experi- keep moving forward. Overall, you can’t be “We’ll be really young this year,” Falor he’s effective in “reading the routes and was 14-0 and state champs, and the and we have some kids who have unhappy with nine wins.” Bulldogs hope to honor them with ence,” he said. “We need everyone never played football so I want to said. “There’s a lot of open spots. The sched- trying to jump them and pick them off.” to be healthy and eligible.” ule is really tough. Our conference, with a banner season. see what it will be like,” Gonzales It’s been a profitable summer for the Martin’s focus during the offseason has what was left of it, combined with the TVC Schultz indicated the offense will said. “We have some potential.” Bret Schultz Joe Gonzales Panthers. been improving his ability to get more tack- East, we bring in Frankenmuth, Garber and Case Martin(10) hopes to be on the les and being more of a leader. “We’ve had a pretty good group of core Birch Run.” receiving end of a lot of passes for Alma this season. Grand Ledge’s All-State 8-Player Football Teams Punter Excited With Hope For More Success Senior Season Prospects John Raffel great season.” This year, he’ll be a guard and what angle,” Blake said. “I’m Blake also went to camps Sports Scene As for next year, “we are losing 13 John Raffel Sports Scene also on the line. hoping to increase my average during the summer to focus on It was a memorable 8-player sea- seniors that have played three years on the punt,” all his roles. son in 2018 for Morrice with a 13-0 for us, 15 total seniors,” Crockett said. Connor Blake had an All-state Blake has been a punter for record and 44-16 win over Pickford “The core of the team is leaving. We season with Grand Ledge as a six years. His junior season was He had seven punts inside “Our team is looking decent,” in the title game at Northern Michi- have some juniors ready to go.” punter in 2018, and is eager to his best year. He averaged 41.9 the 20. Blake said. “We’re pretty young.” yards per kick and didn’t have gan’s Superior Dome. Portland St. Patrick lost 28-14 to see what he can accomplish this Blake starts both ways. As a Blake also plays lacrosse but year as a senior. any blocked. Morrice hopes to repeat this sea- Onekama in the Division 2 8-player blocker, quickness is a strength. said football is probably his best son in Division I 8-man. semifinals and the Shamrocks could Besides punting, he’s also a The key is “ball placement On defense, he likes plugging sport. compete again. fullback and defensive lineman. to the foot, how you drop it in holes. As he ended 2018 and got ready for 2019, Morrice coach Kendall “The offense continued to make Crockett knew it wouldn’t be easy. plays, while special teams was again very solid for us,” coach Pat Russman “Going into (2018), you could tell said of the 2018 Shamrocks. “We the sense of urgency and how hard have a great group of players who Morrice hopes to Grand Ledge's Connor Blake they worked and how diligent they really enjoy the game and have a gift repeat this season in were in the film room,” Crockett said. to play it.” “We knew it would be a special sea- Division I 8-man. son. But you don’t know how special. Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart also Things went our way and we had a made the Division 2 playoffs. Morley Stanwood Back Aiming

Corunna also has a core of where individuals have really newcomers that will contribute. stepped into a leadership role,” said For Even More Production Improved Leadership, Experience Has Seniors Ethan Ford (6-3, 260) and Corunna coach Kyle Robinson. John Raffel and tailback for Morley Stanwood. season. But now, Bialik’s thoughts are on Matthew Weiss and junior Aidan “Whether it is one of our five cap- football Buckley will help out along the tains or one of several players with Sports Scene The summer sessions “are very “Jason is the No. 1 sprinter Corunna Poised For Strong Season lines. Seniors Wyatt Crego, Tucker their actions or words.” Morley Stanwood is expected to helpful,” he said. “You get four full on our team,” MS track coach “With Kent City graduating Woodruff and Fish- be a championship contender and days of practice (during the July Michelle Young said. “He anchors most of their team, I believe the Greg Chrapek receiver/defensive lineman Nick includes seniors Mike Daniels, This year’s squad 22-25 camp). The kids not here both sprint relays and was a crucial conference championship is up Steinacker (6-7, 215) is a returning Alex Holmes (6-1, 280) and Alex er Morris and junior among the reasons is running back Sports Scene also is developing Jason Bialik. will be behind. We have some new member of the 4x400relay this for grabs this season,” coach Clark all-state player that is being recruit- Schwab (6-3, 230) and junior Jacob Jeremiah Davis will an outstanding team The Corunna football team see time at receiver faces. Our senior class has always year. With three very fast sprinters Huntey said. “We have high ex- ed by the University of Michigan. Lloyd (6-2, 225). chemistry. Bialik led the team in rushing been close. It should be a good in the league, Giovanni Weeks, pectations for this football season. went through some growing pains on offense and the last season with 157 carries and last season. This year, with a host Steinacker is one of seven start- On defense, Steinacker is an secondary or line- “There is a genu- y e ar.” Aaron Heron, and Addison Mitch- Our players and coaching staff now ers returning on offense. Senior anchor of the defensive line along 1,136 yards for 10 touchdowns and el, Jason held his own this year and need to put in the work and focus of players returning, the lessons backer on defense. ine love and respect was all-CSAA. Bialik will also be an outside learned in a tough year will hope- Peyton Norton is at quarterback with Daniels, Holmes, Lloyd and for each other,” Rob- improved his times in both the 100 to achieve those expectations.” A big plus for linebacker for the Mohawks. fully pay dividends. with senior Nick Yarmuth and Schwab. Jones, Norton, Yarmuth inson said. “Both Bialik will again be a fullback and 200 from last season.” this year’s team is He’s coming off a strong track Morley Stanwood's junior Scout Jones at running back. and Zeeman are back at linebacker grades have and Jason Bialik Not only does Corunna return Gabe Baumchen and junior slot with Baumchen back in the defen- the leadership being continue to bond with each other a lot of experience, but they have man Porter Zeeman join Steinack- sive backfield. displayed. regardless of status on the team.” The name you’ve grown plenty of talent as well. Junior wide er at receiver. The offensive line “This is the first year since 2016 to trust just got better Put Our Team To Work For You

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Salem, QB, Chais Williams RB/DB D1 EMU player Brock Jordan,” and Jordon Clerkley, WR/DB, Krumm said. “Okemos will rely on a mix of veteran players and some Eston Miles Leads Okemos Vying For CAAC Title Grant Holtzer has been offered very talented underclass men to but was declared ineligible due to by Michigan Tech and Hillsdale in John Raffel make a run for a conference cham- transfer rule prior to the first game. Division 2 and Hope, Alma and Sports Scene pionship. While Okemos has lost Williamston Attack He’s in his second season as Chicago University in Division 3. Okemos was 7-4 last season and some size off its offensive line, the “We went 10-3 last season and we are head coach. The team was 7-4 last John Raffel third in the Capital Area Activities Spencer Ladue has been offered program has seen an influx of new looking to have another outstanding season. Conference. But the Chieftains are by Hope and Albion. personnel as 16 players have joined Sports Scene season.” looking for much more this year/ Top returners are seniors the football program in grades 10- Williamston football coach Steve Returning starters on offense are Williamston won the league title last Spencer Ladue (OL/LB), Grant 12 for the first time. Kersten is looking foward to Eston Coach Mike Krumm has turned Mason Erby (OL), Grant Holtzer year and has one returning starter on Holtzer (WR/FS), Mason Erby Miles’ senior season, and for good 50 but is eager to have much (WR) and Jamari Littlejohn (TE). “Strengths will be a defense that offense and three on defense. Slotback (OL/DL), Rovic Ines, Jacob Precise reason. success in his second season at Returners on defense are Grant returns six starters and overall Sage Lin is back on offense and Miles, (OL) Matthew McAlvey (WR/DB) Okemos' Grant Holtzer Okemos. Holtzer (DB), Spencer Ladue (LB), excellent team speed on offense. “ “Eston had a dominating season in linebacker Jacob Jones and defensive and Joe Trevino (DL), juniors Con- 2018 and his recruiting got hot in the Krumm is a 1986 Okemos High Conner Richardson (DB), Connor Keys to a successful season are to our success. We will have eight back Sullivan Sparks also return. ner Richardson (RB/DB) Connor seniors playing football this year winter and spring,” Kersten said. “He School All-State running back, and Nugent (LB), Jamari Littlejohn “getting off to a fast start with four Other key contributors on offense Nugent (LB) and Jamari Littlejohn that either never played or played had multiple Division 1 offers from played 1987 at Albion College. He (LB) and Joe Trevino DL, “Oke- games at home in a row,” Krumm are expected to be Mason Allman (RB), TE/LB. Top newcomers are juniors briefly in the youth program. We most of the MAC, and Rutgers offered started every game as freshmen mos will be looking to reload after said. “The development of the Luke Mahaney (QB), Jaeger Woelmer Liam Carr (QB/DB) and Jack have another seven sophomores him as well. He committed to play at fullback and tight end. He started losing six players that have gone young players and the seniors (OL), Nate Holcomb (OL) and Preston Campbell OL/DL. and one junior that are playing for Western Michigan.” in the Green and White game on to play college football off of leading this team will be critical Carpenter (OL). Top sophomores are Jerimiah last years playoff team including the first time ever.” It’s his third varsity season. In 2018, Miles had 74 tackles and eight tackles Other key players on defense are Jake for loss as a D-Lineman. Dietz (OLB), Tyler McManaman (DE), Anthony Riess (DL), Gabe Lounsbury “Eston is 6-3, 300 pounds with (CB), Caden Plaxton (CB), Cade Con- Moore Set To Have Outstanding Year For O-E quickness, agility and a motor that ley (DE), Zach Painter (LB), Avery Lott never stops. He can stuff the middle and (LB) and Jacob Dunckel (FS). John Raffel Justin should have a standout sea- especially being a positive leader of the ball. Justin is a three-sport chase down a play on the perimeter. He Sports Scene son on both sides of the ball. He is and teammate. He was such a athlete which takes a lot of his is very aggressive and physical which “Our young defense is progressing a very physical blocker at tight end great player for us last year, but time, but he was in the weight makes him hard to block,” Kersten said. quickly and our offensive players have Ovid-Elsie football coach Travis and a force on the outside rushing I would say his leadership (has room when he could be and had “His confidence is through the roof af- been fast learners,” Kersten said. “Our Long has good reason to be a big the pass at defensive end.” improved). Justin had outstanding a great summer for us at our ter playing in 13 games last season and kicker, Caden Plaxton, is experienced fan of second-year varsity player games for us on the defensive side workouts. He is a gym rat, so even and will score for us. We are young The keys to Moore’s success has spending the entire season on the re- and senior Justin Moore. of the ball against Portland and after workouts you can find him and we must be resilient and win close been “his team first attitude, his cruiting and elite camp circuit. He will Montrose, collecting a few sacks in working on his other sports like games. Consistency will be critical be- “Only into week one of practice outstanding work ethic, his love not be intimidated and his technique and Justin stands out amongst his each game. basketball.” has improved and his toolbox is full of cause of our youth. We are deep at QB, for competition, and his drive to but they have not had varsity game reps. teammates,” Long said. “He is a be the best,” Long said. “He has “I expect Justin to be one of our Moore also plays basketball and pass rush moves. He will be a force this tremendous leader and has a work improved a lot since last year, leaders statistically on both sides baseball for Ovid-Elsie. season on the defensive line.” “Seniors Gabe Lounsbury, Tyler ethic like I have never seen before. Watching Miles is a treat, as far as McManaman, Mason Allman, and Kersten is concerned. Anthony Riess did not play a lot of downs last year but it was because they Long said. He also added com- Kam Arnettl, a junior OL, league title like we do every year. “It’s quite a sight to see a 6-3, were second on the depth chart behind ments on the following players. “should be one of our best lineman Senior leadership is our best team’s 300-pound dude chasing down a outstanding players.” Williamston (green uniforms) lost in the state semifinals last season. this year.” strength. Individually our speed Ovid-Elsie Hopes To Shayne Loynes, a senior RB/DB running back on a sweep,” Kersten said. in the backfield is good and our “should be a standout back for us, Kyren Henning a senior TE/DB size up front on offense. We need used in a variety of ways.” “quietly goes about his business to be more physical at the point of Challenge New Lothrop and gets the job done.” outstanding people. Evan Morris Colton Sutliff, a senior LB, “is attack.” John Raffel our leader on defense, the guy who Zach Miller 12th DL “is not very was a four-year varsity kicker/ As for MMAC, “Our conference Legendary Reed City Coach Sports Scene keeps us going.” big, but very quick and loves to punter is kicking for MSU this is very strong with New Lothrop It’s not easy competing for a stick his nose in the action.” year. Bryce Dolan (RB/DB) was Cooper Beard, a senior running and Montrose being the league fa- conference title when defending the leader on the defense. Jacob back, “is a big back who should “We will be very competitive as vorites,” Long said. “Ovid-Elsie will Takes Over At Belding state champion New Lothrop is in Loynes “is a heady quarterback earn lots of yards and will be tough long as we stay healthy,” Long said. challenge for top of the league.” hopes the Black Knights could Belding plays in the OK the same league. John Raffel who was also a great example to his to bring down.” “We expect to challenge for the Sports Scene flirt with such again. Silver. teammates,” Long said. All-league The Ovid-Elsie Marauders will Cayden Flynn, a senior OL “will His Reed City teams won “There’s some great football players gone are Liam Thompson, Belding was a dominant still going after an MMAC title be our leader in the trenches.” eight straight CSAA Gold programs in the OK Silver,” a linebacker and “great kid to power in the 1990s with two Coach Travis Long’s team was state football title, two state titles and three straight district Price said. “You have Hopkins coach,” while Jacob Darling is and Luis Johnson a senior OL, crowns. He had a record of and Wyoming Kelloggsville 6-4 last season and 6-1 in the all league offensive lineman and a “moved to guard from TE, will runners-up and a six-season league. But O-E, which quali- stretch where the team lost just 147-64. Reed City made the and Godwin Heights. It’s tough tough competitor and Zach Rambo help us up front.” playoffs 15 times during Price’s to win anywhere. I’m sure it fied for the playoffs in week 8 vs. is an all-league lineman. one regular-season game. Durand, hope to be even better this Joe Fabus, a senior OL, “is a sur- VS. stint which was preceded with will be very competitive.” It was the Irv Sigler era and season. Justin Moore a senior tight end prise standout in summer camps, an appearance at Montabella. while Belding has had some Belding lineman Jon Ross and defensive end, “should be a very physical.” “They have a good group of likes what he sees. 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season,” their respective positions,” Pung said. Pung “Each person excels at the spot they are New Lothrop Quarterback P-W Looking At Jacob Pung said. put in, so expectations are not only high “Individ- for these people, but aimed towards ually, I record breaking performances. Takes Charge Again For For Key Leadership see Noah “Expectations I have for the team this Spitzley season are firstly winning the conference, John Raffel as a key athlete due to his contributions Sports Scene and then winning districts, regionals and Defending State Champs on the O-line, and the amount of knowl- then semis and then finally a state title. Jacob Pung is among the reason 80 percent of our offense he has to read edge he passed to me about playing on After the loss last year to NewLothrop, John Raffel Pewamo-Westphalia will be considered something. He almost always makes the the O-Line. we are aiming to come up stronger and Sports Scene contenders for both the CMAC crown correct read. His football IQ is extremely “Cameron Wirth was seen as a key faster than ever, and our ultimate goal is and state honors this season. When New Lothrop All-State senior high. His improvement from sophomore to athlete due to his speed and agility while to come out on top.” quarterback Avery Moore was celebrating junior years is tremendous. He’s a big kid Pung is a center and linebacker, carrying the ball, but what made him the Division 7 state title with his teammates Bonding is a key for Pung’s team. and probably has one of the strongest arms “Highlights I remember from the 2018 special was his ability to build team- last season, Hornet fans had two reasons to “Our team’s strength will be not only we’ve seen from a high school quarterback. football season include, but are not lim- mates up when they were feeling down be upbeat: the bond of everyone, but the amount It’s incredible. His size and arm strength ited to, the shutout against Ithaca Yellow about a bad play, and his ability to bring of strength this team has to put forward 1-The Hornets just won a state title. make him tough to defense. He’s one if the Jackets, and win over the Williamston people together and to form a bond that from year long work in the weight room,” best dual strength quarterbacks in the state.” Hornets,” Pung said. “These wins not helped each other play to the best of their 2-Moore is back for his senior season in he said. “Our program dedicates itself only helped to provide a basis on the abilities. This is likewise of Alec Thelen, 2019. Moore has handled the spread option to outworking everyone around us, and strength and ability of our team, but helping to grow a bond between players stuff New Lothrop throws at the opposing pushes us to be better which helps us Coach Clint Galvas is ecstatic over helped us to grow together and form a while still managing the break records defenses rather well. immensely. This team needs to work on having Moore returning for another season. kinship that would help us to perform at for kicking and fill any spot we needed He rushed for 26 touchdowns and aver- energy and enthusiasm throughout prac- It will be his third year as varsity starting the best of our abilities.” him, making him a key athlete to have quarterback. aged more than 9.0 yards per carry. Galvas graduated from our team.” tice, as there are points where we get lazy indicated Moore also can pitch the ball to Key athletes that graduated this past and stop trying and it is unacceptable.” “I was a drastic change for him,” Galvas year include Cameron Wirth, Alec Thel- Players who will be key athletes this outstanding running backs which will put Pung likes his team’s chances to do said. “For his sophomore year he was even more pressure on the defense. en and Noah Spitzley. year include senior John Martin (D-End/ young, but he did a nice job orchestrating Tackle), senior Carter Thelen (RB/ well in the CMAC. “My remembrances with these players our offense. The big thing coming into his “He threw for over 1,700 yards and 20 LB), senior Grant Stump (WR/LB), and “Our conference is a decently strong, as a group were those of encouragement junior year, he filled that leadership role as touchdowns,” Galvas said. sophomore Tanner Wirth (RB/S). “My and usually competitive conference, with as we fought through the struggles of well. He was one of our team captains as a Moore is also free safety. expectations for each of these athletes many teams hunting to take us down,” conditioning camp, cheering and yelling, junior. That was huge. Towards the middle are helping to bring the team together Pung said. “I would consider PW to be “He literally is as good on defense as he is helping everyone finish as quickly as pos- Pewamo-Westphalia's of last year and moving into the playoffs, he as one, and form a bond that will help the league favorites this year again. I see on offense,” Galvas said. sible to help get our team ready for the Jacob Pung was just another coach on the field. He sees everyone be able to trust one another in us winning the league.” the game extremely well. Moore has committed to Grand Valley “We do a lot of reads. About 75 to State University for football.

New Lothrop’s Avery Moore is one of the state’s most dangerous quarterbacks. P-W Lineman Encouraged believe he is one of the best dual ago and will be called on again.” With Team’s Prospects threat quarterbacks in the entire Not surprisingly, plenty is ex- underestimate any opponent that we state and will be looked upon to John Raffel be hard-working and determined,” New Lothrop Poised To pected from the Hornets. Martin said. “They should be doing face. We also should try to take any lead this team. He has committed Sports Scene criticism or comments as positive to play college football at Grand “Expectations are high once their best and to be as ambitious as John Martin is among Pewa- possible for the team and their team- feedback and not negative. Lastly, Shoot For Another State Title Valley State next fall. Julius Garza again this season,” Galvas said. mo-Westphalia’s key players and can’t everyone should try to play as a team (RB/LB) and Will Muron (RB/ “We expect to compete for another mates they’ll be playing alongside. I John Raffel playing for the Missouri Tigers in to see the 2019 Pirates on the field. expect them to take the season one rather than an individual.” the SEC. DB) are both returning as juniors, league title as well as compete for Sports Scene but were huge for us last year and the state title. We have a lot of Martin, a defensive end and game at a time and hopefully ending P-W might be a state contender It was a dramatic season for “We also lost four tremendous will once again be called upon to experience, speed, and athleticism offensive tackle was a key player last first in our conference and continu- but winning the conference is first on Clint Galvas and his New Lothrop offensive and defensive lineman be playmakers on both sides of the on both sides of the ball. Both our year when P-W was 11-1 and lost in ing to improve. the list. Hornets on their way to the Divi- who were the anchor of our team. ball as they were a season ago. offensive and defensive lines will the third round of the playoffs at New “Our team’s strength will have to “Every year you start out with a sion 7 state championship with a All State offensive lineman Jayson be young and must progress on a Lothrop. be our defense. We have an excellent slightly new team; new starters, new Tunstall, All State defensive tackle “Both wide receivers return for 50-44 win over Madison Heights. weekly bases for us to reach our One of Martin’s teammates is Jacob coach staff that helps on both sides players, maybe even new coaching Allen Jamick, along with Garrett their senior year, Jacob Graves and goals.” Pung, for whom he has plenty of of the ball and over the past few years staff,” Martin said. “So it would be Some fine players return for Birchmeier and Chandler Saunders Dylan Shaydik. Both are returning the Hornets although, like always, as defensive backs as well and will The first goal will be to win the respect. our defense has been very strong. I wrong of me to assume anything of were all huge contributors and a feel this year will be no different as our conference. However, I see our there’s a few they’ll be missing both play a huge part on both sides Mid Michigan Activities Confer- “I also expect Jacob to play and major factor in us claiming the we have a lot of returning players team standing out as the team to from graduation. of the ball. Defensively we will also ence. read fast,” Martin said. “I also expect Division 7 state title last season.” who have the experience needed to beat, as we have been successful in have Austin Barnette returning him to work his hardest on both sides “Aidan Harrison was a tremen- But the cupboard isn’t bare by “I believe our league is strong be great. Our team needs to work the last few years.” dous athlete and leader for our as our strong safety as well as our throughout with many teams of the ball.” any means. outside linebacker Trevor Bishop. on using the best of their God-giv- team,” Galvas said. “He was tough improved as well as many whom As for the Pirates, “my expecta- en abilities. We need to try to not “All-State senior quarterback They will both spearhead our de- as nails as he played the last half of return a lot of talent,” Galvas said. tions for the team this season are to Avery Moore will be returning fense. Colby Hemgesberg and Zach “Montrose, Ovid Elsie, and Byron New Lothrop hopes to be at Ford the season with a torn labrum and for this third year as our starting Savage both return for their senior should all compete for the league Pewamo-Westphalia's Field again, celebrating another the final three games of the year John Martin with a broken hand. He is currently quarterback,” Galvas works. “I year and both seen a lot of time on title along with us.” state title. the offensive defensive line a year

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Young Carrollton Squad Presents 2019 Sports Scene Looking For Improvement The This Season Football Preview defensive line. Junior middle Greg Chrapek Brendan Sine (LB). Meeder who earned all-conference linebacker Brice Williams also LANSING CATHOLIC LANSING SEXTON Sports Scene CAAC WHITE Players returning: Zach Carlson (DL), honors last season. Eaton Rapids also returns. CENTRAL COUGARS BIG REDS A young team last season, PREVIEW Charlie Grant (QB), Brennen Griffith has a new coach this season in Kevin At quarterback, juniors Ty Coach: Jim Ahern Coach: Johnel Davis (WR/LB), Gunner Oudsema (DB), Bennett who has over 20 years of the Carrollton football team nd th had its share of growing pains Jarvis and Landon Boensch 2018 Record: 9-2, 4-1 2 2018 Record: 4-5, 2-3 4 Andrew Taylor (OL). coaching experience. as it turned in a 1-8 overall give the Cavaliers options. PORTLAND RAIDERS Players lost: Colin Day (DB), Josh Players lost: Traejan Ashley (OL), Outlook: The Orioles have a new head Junior running back Darius Kramer (QB), Mike McKerr (OL), Jackson Barnes (QB), Markell Goins coach this season in Mike Sparks. A record. The Cavaliers are again Coach: John Novara IONIA BULLDOGS Thomas also returns with Kabbash Richards (DL), Mike Whitney (RB), Carteyae Gordon (DB). coaching veteran who has worked at on the young side this year, but 2018 Record: 13-1, 5-0 1st sophomore DJ Voltz back at (RB). Players returning: Gee Dent (LB), Olivet College, Napoleon High School plenty of work put in during Players lost: Dylan Arthur (DL), Jay Coach: Mike Farley the offseason has the squad wide receiver. Players returning: Jackson Blair (OL), Darrell Dillard (RB), Josh Grier (OLB), and Charlotte, Sparks brings plenty 2018 Record: 2-7, 1-4, 4th Davids (OL), Owen Guilford (RB/DB), Michael Cherry (DE), Sam Edwards Jalen Kyle (LB), Xavier Lewis (DB), looking for improvement. “I think we have a good, of experience to the position. Sparks Players lost: Jared Christiansen (OL), Hunter Klein (OL), Matt Koster (DL), (LB), Zach Gillespie (WR), Griffin Karan Mans (DL), Amarion Allen- core group of guys that are welcomes back a pair of returning all- Matt Grand-Gerard (WR), Micah “We are going to be young Jacob Veale (RB). Hotchkiss (TE), Charlie Nylander (TE/ White (OL). smart and work hard,” Wotta conference players to build around. Groom (LB), Brady Swinehart (DB), again,” said Carrollton coach Players returning: Carson Frewen (LB), LB), Alex Watters (DB). Outlook: The Big Reds will be led said. “They will keep improv- Zach Carlson (6-0, 200) is a leader Gage Taylor (WR). Nate Wotta. “We are a ju- Cole Lyon (OL), Gavin McGregor (WR/ Outlook: The Cougars return a solid on offense by senior running back ing as they continue to grow along the defensive front while Brennen Players returning: Blake Bookie (QB), nior-heavy team. We have a DB), Blake Meyers (RB), Owen Russell core of players from a playoff team Darrell Dillard (5-9, 190). A returning and mature. If we can find Griffith (6-0, 180) plays on both sides of Aidan Clute (OL), Evan Klumpp (DL), core group of guys who have (QB), Paton Russell (RB), Jordan Selby that took second in the conference. At all-conference player, Dillard brings some early success that will the ball as a receiver and linebacker. Ben Meyer (OL), Carter Meyers (LB), put in the work during the (RB/DB), Cade Simon (OL/DL), David quarterback, look for Zach Gillespie, an a blend of size, speed and strength to help propel us going forward.” Anthony Schafer (WR). summer and I feel that we will Svanda (WR), Cal Wittenbach (OL), all-conference wide receiver last year, the position where he is capable of EATON RAPIDS Outlook: The Bulldogs have a new be competitive. The league is Offensively, Carrollton will Nathan Zimmerman (RB/DB). to make an impact. The Cougars have providing impact plays throughout Outlook: The Raiders reached the GREYHOUNDS look this year. Mike Farley, a coaching going to be extremely difficult look to lean on the ground a pair of standout tight ends in seniors the game. Junior lineman Amarion veteran who enjoyed success at Grand again so we will have to adjust Division 5 state championship game game and mix in some passes. Charlie Nylander (6-5, 240) and Griffin Allen-White (6-0, 265) leads the push Coach: Kevin Bennett Haven High School before coaching and go forward.” last year. While a number of key “Our focus is on running Hotchkiss (6-2, 190). Nylander is also up front. The Sexton defense is paced 2018 Record: 0-9, 0-5 6th in Georgia the past several years, takes players have graduated, the Raiders a returning all-conference defensive by returning all-conference linebacker Carrollton is building the ball,” Wotta said. “Running return a promising core of players. Players lost: Coltin Anderson (WR), over as the new Bulldog coach. Farley around a core group of juniors the ball is a staple for us and end. Senior linebacker Sam Edwards Jalen Kyle. Junior linebacker Karan Kaleb Keyes (LB) Jack Reid (DL). has a talented quarterback to build Carrollton is led by a talented core of players that includes (left to right) Senior quarterback Owen Russell is (6-1, 192) is a leader of what should be Mans also earned all-conference honors that come in with a year of we will continue to base our Alexander Rittmaier (80), Landon Boensch (12), Caleb James (7), Players returning: Eric Corley (QB), around in junior Blake Bookie (6-0, an athletic quarterback with excellent a solid defense. Senior defensive end last season. Junior defensive back experience on their resume. offense on that. We want be Ty Jarvis (10), Bryce Williams (44) and Santana Meredith (65). passing skills. Senior Blake Meyers is Zach Dassance (WR), Garrett Hendon, 190). Bookie passed for over 1,200 Caleb James is back at wide physical and control the line Michael Cherry (6-0, 200) will also Xavier Lewis heads up the secondary. (DL), Marshall Meeder (K/P), Gavin yards last season. Senior Ben Meyer, a a returning all-conference running make an impact along the defensive Sophomore Keith Whitfield is a young receiver and defensive back of scrimmage and hopefully back that will key the ground game. Up Raynor (DB). returning all-conference player, anchors with Santana Meredith return- that will open up our passing line. Sophomore defensive back Alex player to watch at defensive end. Outlook: The Greyhounds are paced the offensive line. On defense, senior front, senior Cade Simon (6-3, 295) is Watters is an outstanding all-around ing along the offensive and game.” a powerful blocker on offense and an by junior wide receiver Zach Dassance. linebacker Carter Meyers is a returning athlete who will also be a player to CHARLOTTE ORIOLES A returning all-conference player, all-conference player. Ionia also brings impact player along the defensive line. watch on offense. Senior center Jackson Senior linebacker Carson Frewen (5-8, Dassance is a versatile athlete that will up a talented group of players from a Blair (6-1, 195) will be a leader along the Coach: Mike Sparks 185) is a returning all-conference player help the team in a variety of ways. Eaton successful junior varsity squad led by offensive line. 2018 Record: 3-6, 3-2 3rd that will be a leader of the defense. Rapids also returns kicker Marshall junior running back Zane Rozewski. New Chippewa Hills Players lost: Dominic Ghiardi (QB), Coach Eyes League Title (WR), Gabe Lounsbury (DB), Eston the Gladiators. Senior Hunter Knaggs 220). Junior linebacker Mason Stewart CAAC RED ST. JOHNS REDWINGS John Raffel It’s his second year on the staff. He was Webley said he’s currently a student at Miles (DL), Logan Steele (QB/WR/LB), does return and is a solid runner and (6-0, 193) is a key returnee on defense. an assistant last year. Ferris studying to be a high school math PREVIEW Coach: Andy Schmitt Sullivan Sparks (WR/DB). defender. Jack Lampman is also a leader Sports Scene st LANSING EASTERN teacher. 2018 Record: 5-5, 4-1 t1 Outlook: The Hornets look to continue on the defensive side of the football. “Before I was not coaching and came Many head high school football Players lost: Konner Near (RB), Colton last year’s success that included a share QUAKERS back from the Marine Corps after 16 “We have placed a big emphasis on coaches are on their district’s teaching HASLETT VIKINGS Powell (QB), Cole Thomas (TE). of the league title. Senior lineman years of service,” Webley said. “I did being consistent from play to play,” he MASON BULLDOGS Coach: Jordan Morgan staffs. Players returning: Sam Hallead (OL/ Eston Miles (6-3, 310) is a dominating coaching at different locations.” said. “Our players need to play within the Coach: Charlie Otlewski 2018 Record: 0-9, 0-5 DL), Jaymn Medlock (RB/LB), Brodrick defensive lineman who is headed to But some aren’t. 2018 Record: 8-2, 4-1 t1st Coach: Gary Houghton Players lost: Damon Milton (OL), system and trust that their teammates Miller (RB/DB). th “I came in, and always had a passion Western Michigan University. Mason 2018 Record: 5-4, 2-3 4 Caleb Patterson (WR), Kyangelo AJ Webley is Chippewa Hills’ new will do their jobs. We need our under- Players lost: Ben Brittain (RB/DB), Outlook: The Redwings bring in a for the game and had a long conversation Allman returns at running back. Players lost: Noah Anderson (OL/DL), Robinson (RB), Devin Toles (DB). coach and is a student and coach at the classmen to learn their positions to fill Noah Kildea (OL/DL), Mitchell Mowid new coach in former St. Johns’ grad with coach Jose,” Webley said. “Larry, Sophomore Logan Steele (5-11, 170) Chandler Cheeks (WR), Zach Haynes Players returning: Rickey Bell (RB), same time. the open spots that we have. (QB), Matt Plaga (DE). Andy Schmitt who was one of the top I knew was getting close, but I wasn’t is an outstanding all-around athlete (WR), Sylas Woll (QB). Ta’Vonne Conner-Aikens (DE), Tracy Players returning: Drew Dabler (TE), quarterbacks in school history. Schmitt He replaced longtime CH coach Larry expecting him to leave so rapidly. “Each week the kids need to be that can play quarterback, receiver or Players returning: Alex Charlot (LB), Holbrook (WR), Remy Loggins (DT), Devin Nash (WR), Kyle Pinkelman has talent to work with on offense in Jose who resigned at the end of last prepared to play. One of our team goals linebacker on defense. Jack Gilchrist (DT), Derek Hampton Terry McCord (WR), Phillip McIntosh Chippewa Hills was 5-5 last year and (OL), Nate Polston (LB), Xavier Thelen running backs Jaymn Medlock and season. every year is to win the conference.” (DL), James Horn (DL), Dawson (DE), Trent O’Bryant (QB), Jordan lost to Freeland in the playoffs. (DB), Andrew Waters (WR). Brodrick Miller. Up front, Sam Hallead Jenkins (OL), Michael McGuire (RB), Toles (DB). Outlook: A strong core of veterans leads the blocking brigade. FOWLERVILLE GLADI- return to lead the way for Haslett. ATORS Brice Miller (DE), Mason Stewart (FB/ Outlook: The Quakers look to improve The Vikings are deep at receiver with LB), Chance Strickland (QB). this season behind talented players like seniors Andrew Waters, Devin Nash WILLIAMSTON Coach: Jonathon Fletcher Outlook: The Bulldogs return a senior defensive end Phillip McIntosh th Chippewa Hills’ and the versatile Drew Dabler. Kyle HORNETS 2018 Record: 4-5, 1-4 5 standout lineman in senior Jack (6-1, 217). Junior defensive tackle Remy new coach AJ Webley Pinkelman (6-2, 225) is a veteran Players lost: Geoffrey Knaggs (QB), Gilchrist (6-2, 270) to build around. Loggins (5-10, 230) and senior defensive Coach: Steve Kerston back to anchor the offensive line. At JT Maybee (WR), Andrew McFadden Senior running back Michael McGuire end Ta’VOnne Conner-Aikens (6-2, 2018 Record: 10-3, 4-1 t1st quarterback, seniors Marcus Medrano (WR), Tom Salois (RB). (6-0, 185) provides the team with a solid 205) also strengthen the front line. Players lost: Nathan Elenbaas (DE), and Kale Schiebner give the team some Players returning: Nathan Esch running threat. The offensive line will On offense, senior quarterback Trent Evan Field (RB), Austin Stiffler (QB), JJ flexibility. Linebacker Nate Polston (LB), Hunter Knaggs (RB/DB), Jack be a strength with a promising group of O’Bryant and senior running back Strien (OL). returns with Dabler to lead the defense. Lampman (LB), Austin Wilber (OL). juniors that include Max Gilchrist (6-0, Rickey Bell (5-8, 215) lead the way Players returning: Mason Allman (RB/ Xavier Thelen and Nash head up a solid Outlook: Replacing quarterback 220), James Horn (5-10, 265), Dawson along with senior wide receivers Terry We’re more than just a law firm. We’re a team of DB), Braden Cline (RB), Cade Conley defensive backfield. Geoffrey Knaggs will be a big key for Jenkins (6-0, 225) Derek Hampton (6-1, McCord and Tracy Holbrook. 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(WR/S), Jayth Joseph (TE/LB), Malakai and veteran senior quarterback Logan CB), Shamar Howard (WR/CB), Nate CAAC WHITE DEWITT PANTHERS Majewski (DL), Cody Pitt (OL/DL), (5-10, 220) who enters his third year on Matthews (WR/DB), Jamar Mills Hylek. Senior Landon Ashley (6-1, 230) Johnson (DL), Joseph Muzembe (RB/ TRI-VALLEY WEST Aaryn Sylvester (WR/DB). the varsity. Coach: Rob Zimmerman PREVIEW (MLB), Sebastian Smith (TE/LB). returns to anchor the offensive line. DB), Elijah Oliver (RB). PREVIEW Outlook: The Huskie offense is built . 2018 Record: 12-1, 6-0 1st Outlook: The Trojans are coming off Grand Ledge also features one of the top Outlook: Everett builds around a around senior quarterback Brady Players lost: Caleb Aungst (DE), Blake BULLOCK CREEK a solid season that included a berth in kickers in the area in Connor Blake. talented group of skill position players. Devereaux who is one of the premier OKEMOS CHIEFTAINS Gatfield (QB), Derek Hamp (WR), LANCERS the district title game and a second- Senior Shamar Howard (6-0, 185) CARROLLTON quarterbacks in mid-Michigan. Hunter Michael Joseoph (OL), Adam Stone place finish in the league. On offense, and junior Patrick Ellis (6-1, 175) CAVALIERS Coach: Mike Krumm HOLT RAMS Hahn and Cody Pitt lead the way up Coach: Christopher Holly (OL). all eyes will be on junior wide receiver are playmakers at wide receiver and th 2018 Record: 7-4, 4-2 3rd Coach: Nathan Wotta front. Senior wide receiver Aaryn 2018 Record: 2-7, 1-4 4 TVC Central Players returning: Noah Behovitz (OL), Andrel Anthony (6-2, 155), one of the Coach: Chad Fulk excellent cornerbacks on defense. Joseph Players lost: Chase Conrad (RB/LB), th Sylvester is a gamebreaker at wide Players lost: Tyler Chapman (RB), Andrew Debri (RB), Collin Dinninger th 2018 Record: 1-8, 0-5 6 TVC East top junior receivers in the entire state. 2018 Record: 3-6, 2-4 5 Muzembe will see time at running back receiver. Brent Gasser (QB). Chris Hutsell (OL), Broderick Jordan (RB), Mason Gilbert (TE), Michael Players lost: Jacob Cotton (LB), Senior Kyle Bristow is another talented Players lost: Sean Curry (LB), Nick and defensive back. Senior Elijah Oliver Players returning: Vance Cramer (QB), (OL), Mason Kaczmarek (QB), Carson Nehf (OL), Jacob Redinger (DL), Drew Garrison Hand (QB). receiver. Junior offensive tackle Ethan McCabe (DB), Connor McNamara (5-10, 210) is also in the mix at running Clayton Hackett (OL), Glenn Kikta Krumm (LB), Derek Sims (RB). Schorfhaar (QB), Jake Spedoske (DB), Players returning: Landon Boensch ITHACA Boyd (6-7, 270) is a promising young (DE), David Peterson (QB) back. Senior lineman Nate Johnson (WR), Dakota Lehner (RB), Jaden Sasse Players returning: Mason Erby (OL/ Brock Yabs (DL). (QB), Caleb James (WR/DB), Ty Jarvis YELLOWJACKETS lineman. Senior middle linebacker Players returning: Charles Allen (WR), (6-2, 250) is a returning all-conference (WR/DB). DL), Grant Holtzer (WR/DB), Spencer Outlook: The Panthers are coming off (QB), Santana Meredith (OL/DL), Jamar Mills (5-11, 230), a returning all- Peyton Bruce (LB), Eli Haidamous lineman. Coach: Terry Hessbrook Outlook: The Lancers look for Ladue (OL/LB), Jamari Littlejohn (TE/ a big season that included winning the Darius Thomas (RB), DJ Voltz (WR), conference player, anchors what should (OL), Garrett Kelenske (LB), Zachary 2018 Record: 8-2, 7-0 1st TVC West improvement this year with some LB), Matthew McAlvey (WR/DB), conference title and reaching the state. Brice Williams (LB). be a rugged defense. Larson (OL), JoJo Martinez (WR), Players lost: Nic Jones (OL), Derek promising veterans returning. Clayton Connor Nugent (LB), Jacob Precise While the Panthers graduated a number LANSING WAVERLY Outlook: The Cavaliers will be on the Logan VanenKenvort (RB), Pendell (DB), Peyton Smith (QB). Hackett (6-5, 265) brings size up front. (OL), Conner Richardson (RB/DB), Joe of key players, enough talent is on hand WARRIORS young side again this season. The good Outlook: With a large group of talented Players returning: Derek Draher (RB/ Vance Cramer looks to step in at Trevino (DL). for another big season. Andrew Debri GRAND LEDGE news is that several of the returning Outlook: Okemos is looking to build COMETS veterans returning, the Rams have Coach: Ronald Pizzo LB), Brady Hessbrook (QB) Chanc quarterback. and Collin Dinninger form a solid one- th juniors were up on the varsity last their sights set on a winning season. 2018 Record: 1-8, 0-6 7 McCormack (OL), Zach Poff (WR/DB), on last season’s success that included a two punch at running back Michael season. berth in the playoffs. While a number Coach: Joe Brya Senior JoJo Martinez is a big-play Players lost: Mason Darden (DL), Chance Risner (WR/LB), Brayden Shaw Nehf and Tommy Brandell head up the th MILLINGTON 2018 Record: 3-5, 3-3 4 receiver. Senior Logan VanenKenvort Keshaun Harris (RB/DB), David Smith (FB/LB), Dalton Williams (OL/DL). of key players have graduated, several line. Standout tight end Mason Gilbert HEMLOCK HUSKIES CARDINALS standouts return. Senior Grant Holtzer Players lost: Jared Arnoutts (DB), is a returning all-conference running (DL). Outlook: The Yellowjackets look to be is an Eastern Kentucky recruit. Five Logan Ashley (OL), Quinton Croley back. The offensive line is anchored by Players returning: Reggie Bush (QB), is a talented wide receiver and defensive Coach: Adam Clark explosive on offense with the return of Coach: Lenny Dantinne starters return on defense. The defensive (OL), Mitchell Crouch (LB), Ja’Qarius a pair of sizable road graders in seniors Bryson Fronta (WR), DeVion Mollitor nd nd junior quarterback Brady Hessbrook 2018 Record: 7-4, 4-1 2 TVC East back that is getting a number of line is a strong point with the return 2018 Record: 8-2, 6-1 2 TVC West Division 2 college looks. Senior Spencer Threadgill (DB).. Zachary Lalrson (6-5, 298) and Eli (DT), Trey Taylor (WR), Ellis Trainer who enters his third season on the Players lost: Drew Germain, Dakota of Brock Yabs, Jacob Redinger, Noah Players lost: Jacob Esckilsen (OL), Jonas Outlook: The Cardinals suffered heavy Bradyn Henderson (6-2, 225) and Zac Ladue is a standout along the line and Players returning: Landon Ashley Haidamous (6-2, 305). On defense, all- (WR), Diallo Walker (OLB). varsity. Zach Poff and Chance Risner McRae, Jack Shreve (RB), Trevor Behovitz and Mason Gilbert. Kanouse (DB), Connor Hahn (LB). graduation losses from a team that Yorke (6-2, 215). The Cardinals also at linebacker who is being looked at (OL), Kavion Autrey (RB), Connor conference linebacker Peyton Bruce (6- Outlook: The Warriors have several provide Hessbrook with a pair of Sherman. Players returning: Mason Countegan reached the district finals last season. return standout offensive lineman Jake by Division 3 schools. Okemos has Blake (K/P), Logan Hylek (QB), 0, 210) leads the way along with Garrett standout defensive players to build dangerous targets. Senior Brayden Shaw Players returning: Brody Germain (OL/DL), Brady Devereaux (QB), A number of young players look to Holtsberry (6-5, 290). Developing the some promising young players as well EAST LANSING Outlook: The Comets have a new Kelenske (5-11, 175). around. Senior linebacker Diallo Walker (6-1, 200) is a load at running back and a (OL/DL), Bradyn Henderson (OL/DL), Brayden Green (TE/LB), Hunter mesh with some solid veterans like skill positions will be key to success this including junior quarterback Liam TROJANS look this year with Joe Brya stepping (5-11, 180) earned all-conference hard-hitting linebacker. Paving the way Jake Holtsberry (OL), Remington Ray Hahn (OL/DL), Jacob Kelley (DL), Jon senior Remington Ray (5-8, 190), fall. Carr, junior lineman Jack Campbell in as head coach. The head coach at LANSING EVERETT honors last year. Senior DeVion Mollitor up front is senior Chanc McCormack (FB/DL), Zac Yorke (TE/DE). Coach: Bill Feraco Eaton Rapids last season, Brya is a (6-4, 305) provides a strong roadblock and junior linebacker Connor Nugent 2018 Record: 9-2, 5-1 2nd and sophomores Jerimiah Salem (QB), Grand Ledge alum who both played Coach: Mike Smith against the run. On offense, Reggie Players lost: Kaleb Elam (DB), Kobe and coached for the Comets and now 2018 Record: 2-7, 1-5 6th Bush looks to see action at quarterback. Chais Williams (RB/DB) and Jordan (WR/LB), Darron Chinery (OL), and some promising Hayward (RB). gets to head coaching job. Offensively, Players lost: Keevone Parker (LB), Seniors Ellis Trainor and Bryson Fronta Clerkley (WR/DB). TRI-VALLEY WEST II Harrison Dwan (QB/DB), Zaiden newcomers on hand, the Players returning: Andrel Anthony the Comets build around talented Noah Smith (WR). and junior Trey Taylor lead the way at PREVIEW Mitchell (RB/WR/DB), Kieran Schultz Chargers look to be more (WR), Ethan Boyd (OL), Kyle Bristow senior Running back Kavion Autrey Players returning: Patrick Ellis (WR/ the wide receiver positions. (OL). competitive this season. Outlook: The Panthers have a new MICHIGAN LUTHERAN Outlook: The Panthers are led up front Fournier (LB), Kyle Jaskulka (RB/DB), looks to step in at quarterback with Liddell (DB), Chase Mendoza (RB/DB). coach in former Nouvel player and ST. CHARLES TRI-VALLEY EAST by AJ Polley (6-3, 240). An anchor of the Manny Joppich (WR/LB). Daniel Barger at running back. Paving Players returning: Carson Berenyi SEMINARY coach Andrew Weigl. 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Outlook: The Vikings return a strong Vogel (WR). senior Harrison Dwan is stepping in TVC West Chase Gruno (6-1, 210) returns at (OL/LB), Adam Shimel (QB), Alex core of defenders from a team that at quarterback and is also a defensive Players lost: Alex Coach: Dan Falor middle linebacker. VanSumeren (TE/DL). reached the state semifinals last year. Players returning: AJ Alcorn (LB), Cole nd FREELAND FALCONS back. Sam Buckingham (6-5, 180) is a McConnell (DL), 2018 Record: 9-2, 4-2 2 TVC Central Outlook: The Dukes have a large core of Carson Berenyi (6-1, 260) is a four- Broekhuizen (OL), Max Nordlie (QB), Players lost: Brec Alward (RB), Drew big target at tight end and impact player Michael Pratt (RB). talented players led by sophomore Alex Coach: Kevin Townsend year veteran along the defensive line Hayden Heyn (RB), Lucas Lindloff Humm (QB), Logan Mitchell (OT). BRIDGEPORT at linebacker. Senior Kieran Schultz (6- Players returning: Cody VanSumeren (6-3, 265). VanSumeren 2018 Record: 7-4, 3-2 3rd TVC Central while senior Chase Smith (6-2, 220) is (OL), David Martin (WR), Ethan Players returning: Ryan Calhoun (OL/ BEARCATS 4, 230) and junior Darron Chinery (6- Dittenber (OL/DL), has already landed some D1 offers and is Players lost: Jayce Bourcier (TE), Josiah back for his third season at linebacker. Mayeda (WR), Ben Schaaf (WR/DB). LB), Dametrius Castillo (SB/DB), Logan 2, 245) lead the charge up front. Senior Logan Erskine (RB/LB), Coach: Kevin Marshall a impact player at defensive end. Senior Murphy (RB), Jack Townsend (TE/LB). On offense, Swan Valley returns wide Outlook: The Cardinals have a large Fitzgerald (OL/DL), Coleten Garrett running back/receiver Zaiden Mitchell Joey Gonzalez (RB/DB), 2018 Record: 4-5, 3-2 TVC East quarterback Adam Shimel puts the Players returning: Jaden DeBeau (RB), receiver Hunter Gonzalez and senior and talented group of seniors to build (OL/LB), Case Martin (WR/DB), Jacob (5-10, 178) is a four-year, varsity player Players lost: Siquarious Ball (WR), offense in motion. Up front, senior Tyler Jack Dreyer (RB), Vinnie Kowalski tight end Ara Nab. At the running back around. The offense is in good hands Cody Kostic (TE/LB), Torrez (SB/DB), Justin VanBlaricum Markelle Garrett (QB). Coquillard (6-2, 250) is a solid lineman (OL), Thorin Magyar (OL/DL), Trey position junior Khyree Harris (5-10, led by quarterback Max Nordlie and that totaled over 1,000 yards receiving Jackson LaFrance (WR/ (RB), Tanner Vega (DL). Players returning: Charles Brandon both on offense and on defense. Senior Morgan (RB), Sean Musial (OL/DL), 170) provides plenty of big plays while running back Hayden Heyn. A deep and running. LB), Michael Menzel Outlook: The Panthers have some (RB, LB), Seddrick Brown (OL/DL), Ben Davis (6-0, 200) leads the way at Will Vondette (OL/DL), Aiden West Ethan Champney is a two-way standout corps of receivers returns led by David (WR/OL), Brett Schultz big shoes to fill with the loss of Malik Costin (OL/DL), Greg Farrell linebacker. (FB). at wide receiver and defensive back. (QB), Chase Young (OL/ standout running back Brec Alward Martin, Ethan Mayeda and Ben Schaaf. SAGINAW (QB/DB), Darnell Jackson (WR/DB), Outlook: The Falcons have a large DL). and quarterback Drew Humm. Justin Up front, Cole Broekhuizen (6-0, 225) VALLEY LUTHERAN Bobby Martin (OL/LB), Navarion collection of quick, athletic players Outlook: This is the VanBlaricum is one of the running FRANKENMUTH STANDISH-STERLING anchors the offensive line along with Sangster (RB/LB). to build around. Trey Morgan, Jack Coach: Joe Wiley final year in the Tri- backs looking to pick up the slack Owen Eubank and Lucas Lindloff. The Outlook: The Bearcats bring back some EAGLES Dreyer and Jaden DeBeau give the PANTHERS 2018 Record: 1-8, 0-7 8th TVC West Valley Conference for the th while the line has some veterans to MLS defensive line is just as strong with 2018 Record: 4-5, 3-4 5 TVC West Outlook: The Sharks have enjoyed key defenders led by middle linebacker team a deep group of running backs. Players lost: Brett Daenzer (RB), Jacob Bulldogs who move to the Mid-State build around in Ryan Calhoun, Logan Coach: Phil Martin Coach: Marty Malcolm Joshua Bannick, Solomon O’Brien and Players lost: Cam Mizer (QB), Daniel success that past two seasons and are Bobby Martin (6-1, 225). Senior Greg st Senior quarterback Elijah Vlassis is a th Fitzgerald and Coleten Garrett. 2018 Record: 9-3, 5-0 1 TVC East 2018 Record: 4-5, 1-4 4 TVC Central Broekhuizen. Forney (WR), Mason Johnson (OL). 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Players returning: Garrett Crist (RB), SARANAC REDSKINS FLINT METRO LEAGUE CMAC Riley Hawkins (RB), Holden May (DB), CORUNNA CAVALIERS LAKE FENTON BLUE PREVIEW Carson Voss (QB). Coach: Andrew Lytle PREVIEW rd DEVILS Outlook: The Aggies are coming off a 2018 Record: 7-3, 5-2 3 League: Flint Metro big year that saw them qualify for the Players lost: Tavin Haskins (RB), Brady Coach: Kyle Robinson League: Flint Metro PEWAMO-WESTPHALIA playoffs and place second in the league. Jackson (QB), Chase Potter (RB). OWOSSO TROJANS 2018 Record: 1-8, -3 Coach: Martin Borski A solid core of players return, but Players returning: Cole Edwards (QB), Key players lost: Noah Sims, Kali PIRATES League: Flint Metro 2018 Record: 4-5, 1-4 some newcomers need to step up if the Garrett Veenstra (OL), Dylan Wingfield Stratton Coach: Devin Pringle Key players lost: Cam Macneill Aggies are to finish in the top half of the (RB). Key players returning: Wyatt Crego, Coach: Jeremy Miller 2018 Record: 1-8, 0-8 Key players returning: Kyle Parker st standing again. Outlook: The Redskins have some Nick Yarmuth 2018 Record: 11-1, 7-0 1 Key players lost: Jalen Waters Outlook: Lake Fenton shuld compete holes to fill in the offensive backfield. If Outlook: The Cavaliers continue to Players lost: Turner Pline (OL), Noah Key players returning: Colton Blaha, for a league title. Spitzley (LB), Evan Thelen (RB), replacements can be found and the line rebuild. comes together Saranac could again be Justin Mills Cameron Wirth (QB). FULTON-MIDDLETON Outlook: Owosso continues to rebuild, ORTONVILLE BRAN- Players returning: Aaron Bearss in the upper half of the standing. CLIO MUSTANGS PIRATES but this should be a better season. DON BLACKHAWKS (WR), John Martin (OL/DL), Lance League: Flint Metro Rademacher (OL/DL), Ethan Thelen Coach: Paul Hungerford BATH FIGHTING BEES League: Flint Metro Coach: Capus Robison (QB), Hunter Wirth (RB). 2018 Record: 3-6, 2-5 6th GOODRICH Coach: Brad Zube 2018 Record: 2-7, 1-7 Outlook: The Pirates have some holes to Players lost: Zach Andrews (QB), Coach: Matthew Parry 2018 Record: 6-4. 4-2 Key players lost: Teddy Benner fill on both sides of the ball but enough th League: Flint Metro Adam Duflo (RB/DB). 2018 Record: 1-8, 1-6 7 Key players lost: Leo Zepeda Key players returning: Howard Taylor, talent returns to make them the team to Coach: Tom Alward Players returning: Nate Atwood (RB), Players lost: Robert Mocnaj (QB), Key players returning: Bryan Garcia, Steven Knight beat in the conference once again. 2018 record: 5-5 Riley Fleming (OL), Logan Hungerford Austin Rhyndress (OL). Jason Matthews Outlook: The Mustangs hope to be a Players returning: Devin Dexter (DE), Key players lost: Aaron Moore (TE), Logan Huntoon (DL), Kaiden Key players returning: Nolan Robb, Outlook: The Blackhawks expect to league contender. Johnston (WR), Ian Schaeffer (DL). Gavin Parry (RB), Jayden Simpson return to the playoffs. LAINGSBURG (WR). Juwan Vines WOLFPACK Outlook: The Pirates have a nice blend of returning linemen and skill position Outlook: The Fighting Bees will be looking for improvement this season. Coach: Brian Borgman players. If some newcomers step up the With some key returnees at the skill 2018 Record: 4-5, 3-4 5th Pirates will be in a position to post a FLINT POWERS DAVISON CARDINALS positions and some promising linemen SAGINAW VALLEY Players lost: Logan Brock (OL), winning season. CATHOLIC on hand the outlook looks good for LEAGUE RED PREVIEW League: Saginaw Valley Red Christian Pino (OL), CJ Starr (RB). Bath. Coach: Jake Weingartz Players returning: AJ Eggleston (RB), League: Saginaw Valley Red Logan Hagerty (OL), Jarrod King (WR), POTTERVILLE Coach: Jerry Todd 2018 Record: 7-3, 5-1 FOWLER EAGLES GRAND BLANC Key players lost: Carter Newcomb Doug Matthews (QB), Austin Randall VIKINGS 2018 Record: 7-4, 4-2 (WR), Taylor Zdenahlik (OL). Coach: John Spicer BOBCATS Key players lost: Joe Beauchamp Key players returning: Jalen Flowers, Outlook: The Wolfpack look to climb 2018 Record: 4-5, 4-3 4th Coach: David Matthews Key players returning: Miles Cramer, Harrison Terry nd League: Saginaw Valley Red back above the .500 mark behind a Players lost: Tyler Piggott (RB), Jacob 2018 Record: 7-4, 6-1 2 Adam Krupa Outlook: Davison hopes to contend for promising offense. AJ Eggleston will help Taylor (OL/DL). Players lost: Andrew Baker (WR), Coach: Clint Alexander Outlook: FPC expects to compete for the league title. the ground game while Doug Matthews Players returning: David Matthew Bowman (RB), Mitchell 2018 Record: 5-5,3-3 the league title. looks to step in at quarterback. Armbrustmacher (TE), Lewis Miller VanNote (DB). Outlook: The Bobcats expect to (QB), Tony Piggott (OL), Peyton Platte Players returning: Ethan Dunning compete for a playoff spot. SAGINAW ARTHUR DANSVILLE AGGIES (OL), Carter Pline (WR), Caiden Pung (RB), Jimmy McDowell (TE), Michael HILL LUMBERJACKS (WR), Nolan Wirth (QB). White (DL). LAPEER LIGHTNING Coach: Jeff Graf Outlook: The Eagles have a new coach Outlook: The Vikings have some League: Saginaw Valley Red 2018 Record: 7-4, 6-1 2nd this season in John Spicer. Fowler promising young players led by junior CARMAN-AINSWORTH League: Saginaw Valley Red Coach: Greg Peoples Players lost: John Dell (LB), Preston returns a solid group of veterans as they tight end Jimmy McDowell (6-3, Coach: Mike Smith 2018 Record: 0-9, 0-6 League: Saginaw Valley Red Graf (OL/DL). look to rebound with a winning season. 205) and junior running back Ethan 2018 Record: 11-1, 6-0 Key players lost: Freddy Johnson Dunning. Coach: Jerry Parker Outlook: The Lightning hope to be a Key players returning: Dakota Cain, 2018 record: 4-5, 2-4 powerhouse. Jordan Pierce Key players lost: Trent Barron Outlook: The Lumberjacks continue Key players returning: Josh Jackson, Clarkson leads a group of linemen a starting offensive lineman. Seniors and Kenny Valley (6-0, 250) lead the to rebuild. GREATER LANSING STOCKBRIDGE Dustin Fletcher that includes John Behrenwald, Carl Wyatt Wiljanen and Ethan Fehrenbach offensive line. PANTHERS ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Venneman and junior center Martin and junior Nick Carey also return to the PREVIEW Hollern (5-11, 225). trenches. Coach: Jeremy Killinger PERRY RAMBLERS 2018 Record: 1-8, 1-4 5th Saginaw Arthur Hill hopes to show improvement this season. LESLIE BLACKHAWKS OLIVET EAGLES Coach: Jeff Bott Players lost: Gage Place (WR). 2018 Record: 4-5, 2-3 3rd Players returning: Tylin Ayers (OL/ LAKEWOOD VIKINGS DL), Cody Freiermuth (RB), Dominick Coach: Greg Pscodna Coach: Gabe Priddy Players lost: Barrett Hallock (WR), CJ 2018 Record: 2-7, 2-5 Outlook: It should be another playoff th st Hamlett (OL), Matthew Killinger (LB), BAY CITY WESTERN SAGINAW TROJANS Coach: Matt Markwart 2018 Record: 3-6, 1-4 5 2018 Record: 8-2, 5-0 1 King (RB). SAGINAW VALLEY Key players lost: Brian Elder season for Dow. 2018 Record: 7-3, 4-1 2nd Players lost: Joe Corts (DL), Scott Players lost: Dylan Redfield (WR). 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Senior quarterback MIDLAND CHEMICS for a winning record. 2018 Record: 1-8, 1-6 Outlook: The Trojans hope to be Brandon Nelson (6-3, 195) is a three-year Key players lost: Dakota Wall OILERS playoff contenders. Elenbaas (QB), John Hewitt (DB), (RB), James Tow (OL/LB), Wyatt Tyler Trumble (OL), Wyatt Robinson Outlook: The Ramblers return one League: Saginaw Valley Blue Martin Hollern (OL), Allen Shellington Wiljanen (OL). (DL), Kenny Valley (OL). of the most versatile and dangerous starter with a strong arm. Stockbridge Key players returning: Jacob Coffey, Coach: Eric Methner League: Saginaw Valley Blue (DE), Carl Vanneman OL. Outlook: The Blackhawks have a new Outlook: The defending league offensive players in the area in senior returns a deep group of receivers in Taylor Popp 2018 Record: 9-4, 6-1 Coach: Jason Mcintyre SAGINAW HERITAGE Outlook: The Vikings are led by senior head coach in Greg Pscodna. Pscodna champions bring back plenty of talented Brodie Crim. Crim is a playmaker at seniors Brad Niec and Hunter Thayer BAY CITY JOHN Outlook: The Warriors are confident of and junior Noah Robidou. Tylin Ayers Key players lost: Tyre Davenport 2018 Record: 10-1, 7-0 HAWKS quarterback Jacob Elenbaas (6-2, previously coached at Michigan Center players. Senior running back Heath wide receiver or running back. Seniors GLENN BOBCATS a winning record. 190). An excellent passer and athlete, and Alma College and was the athletic Flower (5-11, 185) is a returning all- Richard Hitts and Hunter Sanderson (6-2, 230) is a returning all-state player Key players returning: Al Money, Key players lost: Hunter Genia, Evan League: Saginaw Valley Blue Elenbaas helped to lead the Vikings to director at Montabella last year. 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2018 Record: 5-5, 3-4 MID STATE ATHLETIC CSAA - GOLD CENTRAL MONTCALM Key players lost: Mitch Kuzma, Ty Jose HORNETS CONFERENCE PREVIEW PREVIEW Key players returning: Dylan Sharp. Carl Whipple League: CSAA Gold Outlook: The Warriors have a new Coach: Scott Cripe Breckenridge BIG RAPIDS coach, but some strong returning 2018 Record: 0-9, 0-7 Huskies CARDINALS players. Key players lost: Brian Cooper, Jack Christensen League: MSAC League: CSAA Gold Key players returning: Zach House Coach: Kris Robinson Coach: Mike Selzer 2018 Record: 13-1, 7-0 Outlook: Central has a new coach and 2018 Record: 5-5, 4-3 NEWAGO LIONS Key players lost: Carter Staley (QB) is hungry for wins. Key players returning: Garrett Fitzgerald Key players lost: Jaden Mason, Jake Martinson League: CSAA Gold (LB), Payton Huntoon (WB) Coach: Scott Van Essen Outlook: The Huskies lost heavily in graduation Key players returning: DJ Greenbay GRANT TIGERS 2018 Record: 2-7, 1-4 but hope to use their speed to be competitive Outlook: The Cardinals only have five League: CSAA Gold seniors and will be challenged in that Key players lost: 7-4, 5-2 Coach: C. Evans respect. Key players returning: Carson Bush, CARSON Gavin Rake 2018 Record: 4-5, 3-4 CITY-CRYSTAL REED CITY COYOTES Outlook: The Lions hope to snap Reed Key players lost: Brett Long, Trevor City’s 8-year CSAA title streak. Lowery League: MSAC League: CSAA Gold Key players returning: Caleb Coach: Tim Stout Coach: Scott Shankel Thompson, Seth Secrest 2018 Record: 8-2, 4-1 2018 record: 11-0, 7-0 Outlook: The Tigers expect to make Key players lost: Drew Stout (CB) Key players lost: Jackson Price, Phillip TRI COUNTY VIKINGS Key players returning: Landen Bates (PK), the playoffs again. Jones-Price Dalton Tyler (OT) Key players returning: Jeffrey Samuels, League: CSAA Gold Outlook: The Eagles enter the season as league Coach: Phil Butler favorites. Austin Fowler FREMONT PACKERS Outlook: The Coyotes have a new 2018 Record: 5-5, 4-3 League: CSAA Gold coach but hope to win its ninth straight Key players lost: Thomas Nelson, Coach: Rick Tank MONTABELLA league title. Ethan Rose MUSTANGS Key players returning: Nathan Smits, 2018 Record: 2-7, 2-5 CHIPPEWA HILLS Hunter Dewey Key players lost: Carter Dunbar League: MSAC WARRIORS Outlook: The Vikings hope to contend Key players returning: Cody Andree, Coach: Shaun Balhorn for the title. Shawn Murphy 2018 Record: 3-6, 2-3 League: CSAA Gold Outlook: The Packers improved last Key players lost: Ethan Crawford (DB) Coach: AJ Webley season and should do so again. Key players returning: Matt Chaney (OLB), Gavin Gatehouse (OLB) Outlook: The Mustangs hope to be playoff Big Rapids coach Mike Selzer (right) has practice chat with his players contenders. during the first week of preseason.(Photo courtesy Big Rapids Pioneer)

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The Coach: Brad Gross favorites to win the title again. 9, 235) and junior Dylan Grimm (6-2, Red Arrows return some key starters BELDING BLACK Coach: Nick Davis 2018 Record: 2-7, 1-4 235) anchoring the offensive line. The on defense led by linebacker Grant KNIGHTS 2018 Record: 2-7, 2-4 5th OK White Key players lost: Nate Wilson Rams also boast a talented placekicker Pratt (5-10, 195). Matt Stephens returns Players lost: Cameron Heppe (QB), PINE RIVER BUCKS ROCKFORD RAMS Coach: Monty Price Key players returning: Trey Small, MCBAIN RAMBLERS in junior Teagan Lenderink. along the defensive line while Grady Hunter Kroesing (OL), Ryan Olsen 2018 Record: 7-3, 4-2 3rd OK Silver League: Highland Conference Jordan Childs Coach: Ralph Munger McDonald and Brennan Pawloski are a (WR/DB), Jake Rasmussen (WR). League: Highland Conference Players lost: Nick Heintzelman (RB/ Coach: Terry Martin Outlook: The Aggies will bit for a 2018 Record: 7-5, 4-2 2nd OK Red pair of veteran defensive backs. Players returning: Zane Bigelow (DB), Coach: Pat Maloney DB), JJ Jones (DL). 2018 Record: 5-5, 4-3 winning record. Players lost: Drew Bareno (QB), Cade LOWELL RED ARROWS Aiden Dowdell (DL), Matt Laudeslager 2018 Record: 8-3, 4-1 Players returning: Tyler Cooper (RB), Key players lost: Brian McCurry, Elijah Klimczak (DE), Jack Richardson (RB). (LB), Zach McMillan (OL), Sam Plate Key players lost: Cade Brown Coach: Jacob Henige CEDAR SPRING RED Matthew Greene (OL), Riley Hart (RB), Lewis Players returning: Grant Bisbee (RB), th (LB), Caleb Slager (OL), Grant Thwaites MANTON RANGERS Key players returning: Dustin McLain, 2018 Record: 1-8, 1-5 6 OK Red Mason Maharry (WR/DB), Mattson Key players returning: Brock Nelson, Chris Corey (QB), Jaiden Friesen (FB(, HAWKS (QB/DB), Kurtis Vinton (OL), Joey Caleb Outmab Players lost: Chase Anderson (OL), Putney (OL/DL), Drew Riches (OL), Lane Ruppert Dylan Grimm (OT), Eli Haddad (WR), Vollink (DL). League: Highland Conference Outlook: The Ramblers hope to Jordan Dent (DE), Avry Mutschler Coach: Gus Kapolka Cole Reeves (QB), Jonny Ross (OL), Outlook: The Bucks expect to return to Aidan Hieshetter (OL), Chase Klimczak Outlook: Plenty of veterans return for Coach: Eric Salani contend for the league title. (QB), Gabe Smith (RB). 2018 Record: 10-2, 6-0 1st OK White Dylan Strauble (LB). the playoffs again this season. (TE), Teagan Lenderink (K), Luke new coach Nick Davis, an Owosso grad 2018 Record: 4-5, 2-3 Players returning: Andy Anschutz Players lost: Cody Gott (OL), Wyatt Outlook: Enthusiasm is running high McLean (CB), Jacob Vega (FB). who has been an assistant at Greenville Key players lost: Gavin Somers, (RB), Doak Dean (DB), Kenny Kropf Knauf (OL, Ryan Ringler (RB/LB), Nate in Belding with long-time Reed City HOUGHTON LAKE Outlook: The Rams reached the the past few years. Offensively, junior Key players returning: Terry Buck, (OL), Keegan Laux (OL), Grady Webb (TE), Ethan West (DB). coach Monty Price taking over as Division 1 state semifinals before falling Grant Thwaites steps in as the new EVART WILDCATS Brady Pant BOBCATS McDonald (RB), Brennan Pawloski Players returning: Seth Almas (TE), Belding’s new head man. Price brings short against Saline. While the Rams quarterback. Up front, senior Kurtis Outlook: This definitely will be a (DB), Grant Pratt (RB/LB), Brett Brady Amell (OL), Jeremy Campione with him the Wing-T offense that League: Highland Conference suffered heavy graduation losses the Vinton (6-2, 240) anchors the offensive League: Highland Conference playoff team. Spanbauer (QB), Matt Stephens (DL). (DB), Noah McGee (OL), Zak Schmid former coaching legend Irv Sigler ran Coach: Joseph Holloway program annually has large numbers line along with sophomore center Coach: Pat Craven Outlook: The Red Arrows enter the (MLB), Landon Totten (RB). during the 1990s. Belding has plenty of 2018 Record: 2-7, 1-6 Evart coach Pat Craven to rebuild with. That’s the case this Zach McMillan. Look for Greenville 2018 record: 2-7, 0-5 season with a new coach for the second Outlook: The Red Hawks suffered some talent on the field as well with the return LAKE CITY TROJANS Key players lost: Ethan Portz year as the Rams have a large group of to show improvement on defense. Key players lost: Carter Prithard consecutive year. Jacob Henige, a former heavy graduation losses from a team of quarterback Cole Reeves as well as Key players returning: Jake Jobin, Sean seniors and junior newcomers ready to Senior linebacker Sam Plate (6-0, Key players returning: Cam League: Highland Conference ROSCOMMON BUCKS Key players lost: Kyle Hartman Red Arrow assistant who spent last that won the OK White with a perfect standout running backs Riley Hart and Patti carry on the legacy. Among the starters 205) brings excellent size and strength Brasington, Danny Witbeck Coach: Kyle Smith Key players returning: Logan Roth, season on the staff at Grand Valley State, 6-0 record and reached the state regional Tyler Cooper. Belding returns several Outlook: It’s a new tough league for the returning, senior Eli Haddad (5-9, and teams up with fellow linebacker Outlook: The Wildcats expect to be 2018 Record: 12-1, 6-0 League: Highland Conference Kaleb Keipert returns to Lowell to take over as head finals before falling to Muskegon. Cedar veteran linemen on both sides of the ball Bobcats. 175) is a playmaker at wide receiver Matt Laudenslager (5-10, 215). Senior physically stronger. Key players lost: Noah Thom, Davan Coach: Steve Bednarik Outlook: It’s a new league and perhaps coach. Henige has some talent to work Springs will build the offense around including Matthew Greene, Mattson and is also a talented defensive back. Joey Vollink (6-1, 220) returns to the Davis 2018 Record: 11-2, 6-1 a new title for the Bucks. with led by junior quarterback Brett senior running back Landon Totten. Putney, Jonny Ross and Drew Riches. Junior quarterback Chris Corey brings defensive line. Spanbauer who showed plenty of skill Senior Brady Amell (6-1, 210) returns experience to the position. Jaiden last season. Senior running back Andy to anchor the offensive line. On defense,

MMAC CONFERENCE contend with New Lothrop. Cole Higley (QB) Ware (CB), Caleb Dolans (LB) Outlook: The Panthers hope to be Key players: Ethan Gray (WR), Outlook: The Railroaders hope playoff contenders. JACK PINE Key players lost: Hugh Brand, MERIDIAN MUSTANGS PREVIEW Dakota Withey Montrose Rams Luke Sayan (CB) to be contenders in a tough PREVIEW League: Jack Pine Outlook: The Indians are looking conference. Key players returning: Hunter Otisville Falcons Davis, Colin Dunn Coach: Michael Bilina League: MMAC to make the playofs. Outlook: The Hornets hope to 2018 Record: 4-5, 4-3 New Lothrop Coach: Dennis Reinhart League: MSAC Hornets CLARE PIONEERS make it to the playoffs. Key players lost: Ted Leviere 2018 Record: 10-3, 5-2 third Durand Mount Morris Coach: Patrick Johnson Key players returning: Logan League: Jack Pine League: MMAC Key players: Nathan Hoffman Railroaders Panthers 2018 Record: 0-9, 0-7, 8th Crowder. Brady Salano Coach: Clint Galvas (CB), Carter Bellanger (C) Key players: Zach Young (QB), Coach: Kelly Luplow PINCONNING Outlook: The Mustangs could be a 2018 Record: 13-1, 6-1 2nd Key players: Sean Kittle (QB), League: MMAC League: MMAC Josh Ames (OLB) 2018 Record: 9-2, 6-1 SPARTANS league contender. Key players lost: Aidan Harrison, Joseph Wilber (WR) Coach: Jared Noel Coach: Jared Noel Key players: Codie Pyles (WR/ Key players lost: Aidan Boyd, Nick Outlook: The Rams went far in the 2018 Record: 4-5, 2-5, 6th 2018 Record: 3-6, 1-6 7th CB), Anthony Loik Roe League: Jack Pine Allen Jamick (DT). Jayson Tunstall Coach: David LeVeasseur BEAVERTON BEAVERS (OL), playoffs and expect to do so again Key players lost: Cole Armbruster Key players lost: Joey Young (QB), Outlook: Otisville suffered Key players returning: Al Warner, Kevin Tanner 2018 Record: 3-6, 2-5 Key players returning: Avery this year. (DE), Key players returning: Andre through a winless season but is League: Jack Pine Outlook: The Pioneers can be Key players lost: Nolan Briggs Moore (QB), Will Muron (RB). Key players returning: Jaylen Beard (RB) expected to be much improved. Coach: Aaron Seiser expected to contend for a title. Key players returning: Jacob Outlook: Hornets are clear Byron Eagles Brooks, Dakota Hammond 2018 Record: 8-3 6-1 favorites to win a league and state Key players lost: Jimmy League: MMAC Outlook: Spartans hope to make title. FARWELL EAGLES the playoffs. McGregor Coach: Bryan Schartzer Key players returning: Kade 2018 Record: 5-5, 4-3 4th League: Jack Pine Tripp, Luke Owens Ovid-Elsie Key players: Kyle Hewlitt (QB) Coach: Travis Waddell GLADWIN FLYING G’s Marauders Outlook: The Beavers could Key players: Jack Selon (OLB), 2018 record: 1-8, 0-7 compete for the title. Key players lost: Vinnie Nelson League: Jack Pine 2018 Record: 6-4, 6-1, second Drew Pettit (OG) Since 1916, Auto-Owners and your Key players returning: Jacob Holt, Coach: Marac Jartsfer League: MMAC Outlook: The Eagles are looking Trusted for generations... Ethan Mears 2018 Record: 3-6, 2-5 SHEPHERD BLUE JAYS Coach: Travis Long for another winning season. local independent agent have Outlook: Eagles will be hoping to Key players lost: Antonio Williams 2018 Record: 8-3, 6-1 2nd League: Jack Pine get to the .500 mark. Key players returning: Kole Key players lost: Jakob Loynes been there when it matters most. Thurlow, Kable Thurlow Coach: Ben Brock (QB). Evan Morris (K) Chesaning Indians Outlook: The Flying G’s should 2018 Record: 1-8, 1-4 Key players returning: Joe Fabus HARRISON HORNETS make the playoffs. Key players lost: Uriah Main (OL), Kam Arnett (OL) League: MMAC Key players returning: Sawyer Outlook: The Marauders expect to Coach: John Mimramek League: Jack Pine Travis, Joey Lynch be a tough league team but has to 2018 Record: 3-6, 3-4 2nd Coach: Jamie Lipovsky Outlook: Shepherd will hope for Key players: Brady Frasier (RB), 2018 Record: 4-5, 3-4 more success in a new league. THE BEST LOCAL New Lothrop hopes to be looking INSURANCE AGENCY at another MMAC title. Clare hopes to win the Jack Pine title again. CITY • 000-000-0000 www.bestinsuranceagency.com Protect the ones you loveProtect with a company the ones you love with a company you can trust. you can trust.

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Class of 2020 headed to Eastern Michigan 22) Carson Berenyi, 6-2, 260, DL, TE, Lansing Catholic Fenton Jared Davis, DB, Frankenmuth High School, Michigan Wolverines Zach Slezak, OL, Davison High School, Grand Valley State Lakers 1) Earnest Sanders, 6-3, 190, University. Saginaw Swan Valley 40) Zachary Larson, 6-5, 327, OL, 5) Jacob Redinger, 6-3, 280, OL, Quinn Nordin, K, Rockford High School, Michigan Wolverines Jake Mclean, WR, Rockford High School, Grand Valley State Lakers WR, Flint Beecher: Capable 8) Caleb Smith, 5-10, 205, S, Da- 23) Brady Devereaux, 6-4, 200, Holt DeWitt Ben VanSumeren, RB, Essexville Garber High School, Michigan Wolverines Sirquarius Ball, WR, Bridgeport High School, Grand Valley State Lakers of playing both basketball vison: Versatile athlete who QB, Hemlock 41) Chaun Tolbert, 5-11, 170, DB, 6) Brady Hessbrook, 6-0, 185, Reid Burton, FB, East Lansing High School, Michigan State Spartans Gavin Cossou, TE, Greenville High School, Grand Valley State Lakers and football at the next level, gets the job done at running 24) Shamar Howard, 6-0, 175, Saginaw QB, Ithaca Michael Fletcher, DE, Flint Carman-Ainsworth High School, Michigan State Spartans Kobe Hayward, DB, East Lansing High School, Grand Valley State Lakers Sanders is headed to Ken- back and defensive back. WR, Lansing Everett 42) Solomon Thomas, 6-4, 260, 7) Landon Totten, 5-11, 225, DE, David Kruse, S, Lowell High School, Michigan State Spartans Jaden Thelen, WR, Haslett High School, Grand Valley State Lakers tucky for football. 9) Phoenix Dickson, 6-1, 220, LB, 25) Brayden Shaw, 6-2, 205, LB, DL, Midland Cedar Springs Jacob Lafave, OL, Brighton High School, Michigan State Spartans Kortez Toles, OL, Grand Blanc High School, Grand Valley State Lakers 2) Devell Washington, 6-4, 215, Lapeer: Physical, aggressive Ithaca 43) Nate Johnson, 6-2, 250, DE, 8) Andrew Debri, 5-11, 200, LB, WR, Bay City Central: Wash- linebacker is headed to Holy 26) Jakari Liston, 6-4, 270 OL, Lansing Everett DeWitt Davis Lewandowski, WR, Okemos High School, Michigan State Spartans Marquis Goodman, DB, Saginaw High School, Siena Heights Saints ington is a big target with Cross for college. Grand Blanc 44) Andrew Waters, 6-4, 190, 9) Ameir Pickett, 6-1, 178, DB/ Evan Morris, K, Ovid-Elsie High School, Michigan State Spartans Jalen Young, WR, Saginaw Heritage High School, Siena Heights Saints good skills who is headed to 10) Joseph Martinez, 5-10, 180, 27) Eli Haidamous, 6-2, 290, OL, WR, Haslett WR, Bridgeport Noah Sargent, WR, Flint Powers High School, Michigan State Spartans Andrew McGaughy, DB, Okemos High School, Siena Heights Saints West Virginia. WR, Holt: Dynamic playmaker Holt 45) John Martin, 6-3, 220, DE, 10) Khyree Harris, 5-10, 170, DB/ Bryce Wilker, C, Belding High School, Michigan State Spartans Malique Foster, DL, Arthur Hill High School, Siena Heights Saints 3) Dustin Fletcher, 6-3, 205, QB, with the ability to score from 28) AJ Polley, 6-3, 240, OL, Birch Pewamo-Westphalia RB, Saginaw Swan Valley Flint Carman-Ainsworth: An anywhere on the field. Kenny Willekes, DE, Northpointe Christian, Michigan State Spartans Stanley Fink, OL, Pewamo-Westphalia High School, Siena Heights Saints Run 46) Chase Smith, 6-2, 220, LB, 11) Xander Thelen, 6-2, 175, DB, excellent all-around quar- 11) Jacob Redinger, 6-3, 280, DL, Jason Whittaker, QB, Rockford High School, Northwestern Wildcats Jermaine Shumpert, DL, Flint Beecher High School, Siena Heights Saints terback, Fletcher will play 29) Luke Stanton, 6-3, 225, DE, Saginaw Swan Valley Haslett Peyton Coffman, K, Fenton High School, Akron Zips Jonathon Hawley, OL, Chippewa Hills High School, Siena Heights Saints DeWitt: Brighton his college ball at Northern 47) Jon Stone, 6-5, 315, OL, Fran- 12) Kyle Main, 6-5, 283, OL, Fran- Brett Anderson II, DB, Grand Blanc High School, Ball State Cardinals Caleb Deveraux, OL, Lowell High School, Siena Heights Saints 12) Mason Nelson, 6-3, 310, DT, 30) Drew Schorfhaar, 6-2, 190, kenmuth kenmuth Illinois. Howell: Ray Wilborn, OLB, Lansing Sexton High School, Ball State Cardinals Kody Burton, WR, Bridgeport High School, Siena Heights Saints 4) Easton Miles, 6-3, 305, DT, QB, DeWitt 48) Jayth Joseph, 6-0, 205, LB, 13) Zach Poff, 5-10, 180, WR, 13) Cole Riddle, 6-0, 215, LB, 31) Jamar Mills, 5-11, 230, LB, East Lansing Ithaca Karl Brooks, DE, Lansing Sexton High School, Bowling Green Falcons Jacob Lederman, DL, Goodrich High School, Siena Heights Saints Williamston: A big, powerful Brighton force in the middle of the de- East Lansing 49) Jacob Pung, 6-0, 190, LB, 14) Zach Dassance, 6-1, 175, WR, John O’Brian, OL, Charlotte High School, Bowling Green Falcons Vincent Walker, DL, Midland High School, Siena Heights Saints 14) Clayton Hackett, 6-5, 265, OL, 32) Avery Moore, 6-3, 2015, QB, Pewamo-Westphalia Eaton Rapids Troy Brown, S, Flint Carman-Ainsworth High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Kendrick Green, DL, Grand Blanc High School, Siena Heights Saints fensive line, Miles will play in Midland Bullock Creek college at Western Michigan. New Lothrop 50) Brady Dinninger, 6-2, 165, 15) Chance Risner, 5-10, 160, WR, Hunter Buczkowski, FB, Mount Pleasant High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Javaris Jackson, DL, Bridgeport High School, Siena Heights Saints 15) Mason Gilbert, 6-6, 215, TE, 33) Aidan Hieshettler, 6-10, 230, WR, Saginaw Heritage Ithaca 5) Tyler Huenemann, 6-3, 270, DeWitt Braeden Childress, ATH, Big Rapids High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Caleb Aungst, RB, Dewitt High School, Siena Heights Saints DE, Mt. Pleasant: A versatile OL, Rockford 51) Keegan Robertson, 6-1, 192, 16) Blake Bookie, 6-0, 190, QB, 16) Logan Pasco, 6-0, 210, LB, Keegan Cossou, TE, Greenville High School, Central Michigan Chippewas John Dell, RB, Dansville High School, Siena Heights Saints all-around athlete, Huene- 34) Evan Egan, 6-8, 325, OL, QB, Saginaw Heritage Ionia Steve Eipper, OL, Greenville High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Hunter Klein, OL, Portland High School, Siena Heights Saints mann is also a standout in Davison Durand 52) Tommy Johnstone, 5-10, 165, 17) Derek Draher, 6-0, 200, LB, Deron Irving-Bey, DE, Southwestern Academy, Central Michigan Chippewas Alec Thelen, K, Pewamo-Westphalia High School, Siena Heights Saints the classroom and is headed 17) Joe Ostrowsky, 6-0, 180, DB, 35) Jaiden Friesen, 5-10, 220, FB, WR, Midland Ithaca Mt. Pleasant to Harvard. Rockford Class of 2021 Class of 2022 Laquan Johnson, DL, Burton Bendle High School, Central Michigan Chippewas DaVarie Halliburton, CB, Lansing Waverly High School, Wayne State Warriors 6) Latrell Fordham, 6-4, 180, 18) Bobby Martin, 6-1, 225, LB, 36) Connor Blake, 6-0, 180, P, Kaden Keon, K, St. Louis High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Spencer Stephenson, MLB, Midland Dow High School, Wayne State Warriors Bridgeport 1) Nick Steinacker, 6-7, 215, WR, 1) Alex VanSumeren, 6-3, 265, WR, Davison: A tall, talented Grand Ledge Corunna DE/TE, Essexville-Garber Evan Plate, DL, Greenville High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Justin Rau, DE, Flushing High School, Wayne State Warriors receiver with a major upside, 19) Jack Gilchrist, 6-2, 270, DL, 37) Sam Plate, 6-0, 205, LB, Tony Poljan, QB, Lansing Catholic High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Reid Thompson, C, Fenton High School, Wayne State Warriors Fordham will play college Mason 2) Anthony, 6-2, 160, WR, East 2) Elijah Jackson-Anderson, 5-9, Greenville Lansing 175, RB, Grand Blanc NeVen Simington, DL, Saginaw High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Jarrett Short, DT, Grand Blanc High School, Wayne State Warriors football at Ball State. 20) Ethan Champney, 6-3, 190, 38) Peyton Bruce, 6-0, 217, LB, 3) Tyson Davis, 5-10, 175, WR, 3) Ethan DeWitt, 6-4, 250, OL, Robi Stuart, DT, Saginaw Catholic Central High School, Central Michigan Chippewas Chris Hutsell, T, Okemos High School, Wayne State Warriors 7) Myles McNeal, 5-11, 180, WR, Saginaw Swan Valley Holt CB, Grand Blanc: A lock- Goodrich East Lansing Blake Bogan, DB, Grand Blanc High School, Eastern Michigan Eagles Landin Mitchell, T, Goodrich High School, Wayne State Warriors 21) Eli Haddad, 5-9, 170, DB, 39) Charlie Nylander, 6-5, 240, down cornerback, McNeal is Rockford 4) Josh Thompson, 6-4, 297, OG, Vince Boyd, DL, Flint Carman-Ainsworth High School, Eastern Michigan Eagles Nick Isley, RB, Rockford High School, Wayne State Warriors Matthew Buschman, LB, Brighton High School, Eastern Michigan Eagles Chris Ahmed, K, Ionia High School, Davenport Panthers Otis Jackson III, DB, Saginaw Heritage High School, Eastern Michigan Eagles Jared Arnouts, DL, Grand Ledge High School, Davenport Panthers Broderick Jordan, OL, Okemos High School, Eastern Michigan Eagles Nate Bareno, TE, Rockford High School, Davenport Panthers William Racely, OL, Flushing High School, Eastern Michigan Eagles Nolan Bird, QB, Grand Ledge High School, Davenport Panthers Mark Brooks, OL, Portland High School, Western Michigan Broncos Cody Blankenburg, WR, Lansing Sexton High School, Davenport Panthers Alex Grace, OLB, Saginaw Swan Valley High School, Western Michigan Broncos Alex Brackett, LB, Grand Blanc High School, Davenport Panthers Brandon Hinds, WR, Lansing Catholic High School, Western Michigan Broncos Marshall Brooks, DB, Flint Carman-Ainsworth High School, Davenport Panthers Become a School Coach Tanner Motz, LB, St. Johns High School, Western Michigan Broncos Ryder Brotebeck, ATH, Grand Blanc High School, Davenport Panthers Willie Rodgers III, DE, Arthur Hill, Washington State Cougars Isaac El-Amin, DB, Lansing Everett High School, Davenport Panthers Sean Fitzgerald, OG, Mt. 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