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Sports Illustrated’s HS Athlete of the Month

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Jevone Moore
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Nov 13: View Park Knights posing with some of the USA Rugby players at View Park High School in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 13:USA Rugby player Carlin Isle speaking at Nia Toliver Sports Illustrated award ceremony at View Park High School in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 13:USA Rugby player Carlin Isle speaking at Nia Toliver Sports Illustrated award ceremony at View Park High School in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, Ca – Today at View Park High School in a special school wide assembly in the courtyard, Sports Illustrated honored High School Athlete of the Month Presented by United States Marines – NIA Toliver. The USA Men and Women Rugby teams, SI Managing Editor Chris Stone were on hand to present the award and speak with all the kids on campus.

As you may know Toliver is a standout athlete at View Park High School, an exceptional student, a member of the first-ever U18 Girls High School American 15’s national team as well as a coach for middle schoolers through the Inner City Education Foundation’s rugby program. In case you hadn’t seen, she was profiled in the October 26th issue of Sports Illustrated on news racks know. Here is  link where you can read the full story and see video of here: SI Video 

Nov 13:USA Rugby player Carlin Isle & Nia Toliver with her Sports Illustrated award at View Park High School in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 13:USA Rugby player Carlin Isle & Nia Toliver with her Sports Illustrated award at View Park High School in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

One of Toliver’s role models USA Rugby Player Carlin Isle presented her with the award personal today and gave a small speech to her and school in attendance. We caught up with Toliver after the ceremony and she described today’s event in one word, “Exciting” …. “This award let’s me know working on the right track.”

The media showed up big with Mr. LA Jim Hill was on had to allow the spotlight to shine on ICEF Public Schools and the ICEF Rugby program. This program spearhead by the first American Rugby play Coach Stuart Krohn who played 1983. They have been coaching / introducing Rugby now for 14 years with this worldwide movement. This year View Park has 40 young men & 40 young women on the schools rugby teams competing.

Coach Krohn let fi360 News know that, “Great to see the spotlight on our whole program today, Nia a great athlete.” As Toliver stood today on behalf on the past, present and future View Park Rugby players. On hand to celebrate this great achievement front row and center were both her mom and dad with big smiles and glowing pride.

For more info please contact ICEF Michel Schneider senior Director of Development & Communications

office 323-290-6907 or email mschneider@icefps.org

or Visit ICEF Rugby

Don’t Be Scared

By
Kurt Lykes
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“Fear not [there is nothing to fear], for I am with you…I will help you; yes, I will hold you up and retain you with My [victorious] right hand…”

Isaiah 41:10

We all face times in life that feel out of our control.

In the tough times, it’s easy to get discouraged and allow fear to creep in; but instead, why not focus on the fact that God is holding you in the palm of His hand!

Nothing is too difficult for God; and nothing is beyond His ability. He is our Father, and will graciously see us through the storm.

When God holds us, we are safe; and our security is guaranteed! In His hand, there is victory, strength, power, provision, and ALL that we need!

No matter what you may be going through today, you can trust that God is for you.

Instead of giving up and getting depressed over our circumstances, we need to look up and see GOD! As we keep our hearts and minds focused on Him, we will see Him move in ways beyond what our minds could ever imagine!

Remember, when you don’t have the strength to hold yourself up, His hand is there… and HE will!

Don’t fear! He’s got you IN HIS HANDS!!!!!!

The Bears Edge Out San Diego

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Jevone Moore
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Nov 9: NFL Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
Nov 9: Bears quarterback Jay Culter on roll out passing during the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
Nov 9: Bears quarterback Jay Culter on roll out passing during the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)

San Diego, Ca – Jay Cutler and the Chicago Bears show off for the national audience on Monday Night Football. The Bears defeated the Chargers 22-19 in an exciting comeback victory. Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers did as much as he could to find that elusive victory.

The hero today was a very emotional Cutler, who hit rookie tight end Zach Miller for 25 yard go ahead touchdown with 3:19 remaining in the game. Cutler threw for 345 yards completing 27/40 passes on the night. He made fellow Vanderbilt Commodores alum from ESPN First Take Skip Bayless proud with this victory. The running game helped slow down the Chargers pass rush with the play action pass because Bears running back Jeremy Langford from Michigan State was pounding away with 18 carries and 72 rushing – 70 yards receiving. It’s like Langford just kept getting stronger as game progressed.

Nov 9: Bears tight end Zach Miller waving to the crowd after catching the game winning touchdown during the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
Nov 9: Bears tight end Zach Miller waving to the crowd after catching the game winning touchdown during the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)

San Diego showed earlier that they are only few plays away from success jumping out to 13-0 lead. As the team went into locker room at halftime holding a 9 point lead you expected a possible victory coming their way. Rivers passed for 280 yards in the game finding 6 different receivers in the process. But it was enough to overcome a late loss of emotion by Steve Johnson who caught a great first down pass to take team to the Chicago 4 yard line. After the catch Johnson was flagged for a delay of game penalty for spiking the ball in the field of play that resulted in 5 yard penalty, moved them back 9 yards. With that break Chicago dug in and made the Chargers settle for field goal which was only 4 point lead with (19-14) with 7:53 left in fourth quarter. A touchdown there would have made an 8 point led who knows maybe even enough to win.

Nov 9: Chargers receiver (11) Steve Johnson stiff arming Bears defender during the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
Nov 9: Chargers receiver (11) Steve Johnson stiff arming Bears defender during the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)

This Chicago Bears team seemed to come alive in the fourth quarter scoring 15 points. For the fans in attendance at Qualcomm felt the Bear fans come alive. It seems far too often that teams come to San Diego and are pleased to see their fan base take over the stadium. Tight end Miller said, “It was pretty cool that the Chargers had to use silent count on few drives.” Which was due to so many loud cheering Bear fans.

Nov 9: Bears fans always showing former coach Ditka love at the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)
Nov 9: Bears fans always showing former coach Ditka love at the Chicago Bears vs San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jordon Kelly)

The Bears move to 3-5 on the season and have a date in St. Louis next Sunday to face the Rams. The San Diego Chargers are now 2-7 and have a bye week to rest and get ready to host the visiting Kansas City Chiefs in a must win game to compete AFC West.

PAC-12 FOOTBALL PLAYERS OF THE WEEK 10

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SAN FRANCISCO – Quarterback Luke Falk of WASHINGTON STATE, linebacker Gionni Paul of UTAH and tight end Raymond Hudson of CALIFORNIA have been named offensive, defensive and special teams Pac-12 Players of the Week in football.

Falk, a redshirt sophomore quarterback from Logan, Utah, threw for 497 yards, completing 36-of-55 passes and five touchdowns to four different receivers with one interception in Washington State’s come-from-behind, 38-24 win over Arizona State. After a slow first half, Luke completed 20-of-27 passes for 349 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions in the second half. All four touchdown drives in the second half were more than 70-yard drives. In the fourth quarter alone, Falk completed 11-of-26 passing for 238 yards and three touchdowns, helping the Cougars to their third come-from-behind win of the season as they trailed 21-17 entering the final quarter. Falk’s passing yardage was the third-highest of a Pac-12 quarterback this season, and he owns the top two marks as well. This is Falk’s third Conference weekly honor of the season, also earning the accolade on Sept. 14 and Oct. 26.

Paul, a senior linebacker from Winter Haven, Fla., was named the Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week after accounting for two of Utah’s four takeaways in the Ute’s 34-23 victory over Washington. Paul returned a fumble 54 yards for a touchdown and returned an interception 27 yards to the Washington 8-yard line, ultimately setting up a touchdown. He had nine total tackles and a game-high two sacks, including a key sack in the third quarter on 3rd-and-6 at the Utah 30-yard line. His sack forced the Huskies who were then trailing by four points to punt. This is Paul’s second Pac-12 weekly honor this season, previously winning the award on Sept. 14.

Hudson, a sophomore tight end from Pleasanton, Calif., blocked one punt and recovered another blocked punt in the 44-28 loss to Oregon. Both punt blocks led to 14 points for the Golden Bears. Hudson’s first blocked point on the first possession of the game gave Cal a touchdown and a 7-0 lead. Hamilton Anoa’i blocked the second punt on Oregon’s first drive of the third quarter, with Hudson recovering the blocked punt and advanced it two yards. The recovery led to a Cal touchdown and cut the Oregon margin, 31-21. The pair of blocked punts is tied for the most in the nation and the most in the Conference in 2015. It was the first time the Golden Bears have blocked two punts in a game since 2003.

Also nominated for Offensive Player of the Week: Tyler Johnston, ORE; Christian McCaffrey, STAN; Thomas Duarte, UCLA; Ronald Jones, II, USC; Devontae Booker, UTAH; Also nominated for Defensive Player of the Week: DeForest Buckner, ORE; Solomon Thomas, STAN; Takkarist McKinley, UCLA; Antwaun Woods, USC; Parker Henry, WSU; Also nominated for Special Teams Player of the Week: Ka’imi Fairbairn, UCLA

 

2015 Pac-12 Players of the Week

Week                           Offensive                                 Defensive                                Special Teams

Sept. 7                        Josh Rosen, UCLA                  Justin Thomas, UTAH              Dante Pettis, WASH

Sept. 14                      Luke Falk, WSU                       Gionni Paul, UTAH                   Bralon Addison, ORE

Sept. 21                      Kevin Hogan, STAN                 Kenneth Olugbode, COLO        Cory Butler-Byrd, UTAH

Sept. 28                      Travis Wilson, UTAH                Kyle Kragen, CAL                    Tom Hackett, UTAH

Oct. 5                          Mike Bercovici, ASU                Stefan McClure, CAL               Matt Haack, ASU

Oct. 12                        Devontae Booker, UTAH         Travis Feeney, WASH              Tom Hackett, UTAH

Oct. 19                        Christian McCaffrey, STAN      Shalom Luani, WSU                 Tim White, ASU

Oct. 26                        Luke Falk, WSU                       Cameron Smith, USC               Ka’imi Fairbairn, UCLA

Nov. 2                         Vernon Adams, ORE                Travis Feeney, WASH              Charles Nelson, ORE

Nov. 9                         Luke Falk, WSU                       Gionni Paul, UTAH                   Raymond Hudson, CAL

Oakland Let’s Big Ben Get Away

By
Jevone Moore
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NFL: Oct 25 Oakland Raiders at San Diego Chargers (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
NFL: Oakland Raiders During pregame Amari Cooper (89) & Michael Crabtree (15). (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
NFL: Oakland Raiders During pregame Amari Cooper (89) & Michael Crabtree (15). (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Pittsburgh, Pa – Big Ben Roethlisberger wins the war but may lose the battle in 38-35 victory over the visiting Oakland Raiders. Before leaving the game midway in 4th quarter Roethlisberger had connected 24 passes for 334 yards and 2 touchdowns. These stats seem all to irrelevant when they came at cost of losing him to foot injury that may sideline Roethlisberger for rest of the season.

The Raiders had seemed to gelling the last few weeks with wins over Chargers, Jets before traveling to the mid-west to Heinz field. Derek Carr had sliced up the Steelers defense for 301 yards of his own finding big play targets  Michael Crabtree & Amari Cooper for 3 of his 4 touchdown passes. In first quarter on 1st 10 from 22 yard line Carr struck first with a nice pass to Crabtree who went up high to snatch a 7-0 lead. All day the Raiders were able to answer back when the Steelers hit score board.

NFL: Oakland Raiders During pregame timeless Charles Woodson. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
NFL: Oakland Raiders During pregame timeless Charles Woodson. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The passing game was what worked for both offensives today. Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown didn’t care who throw him the ball his hands and feet were on fire. Brown caught a key 57 yard reception from backup Landry Jones on Pittsburgh’s final drive to set up Chris Boswell’s winning kick. Brown kept the Raiders secondary on their toes all day, 17 receptions with 284 yards.  It was one incredible single game performance. Oakland safety said “I really don’t know what to say but ‘Wow,'”, who spent most of the day futilely chasing Brown around Heinz Field.

These two teams will be fighting for a wildcard spot as we continue in this second half of the regular season. This game today may be worth even more down the stretch. The Raiders (4-4)  defense will get stronger and be ready to defend their home field in a match up next Sunday November 15th verse Minnesota Vikings (6-2). The Steelers (5-4) will host divisional rival Cleveland  Browns (2-7) before getting that bye week after that.

LA City Section Playoffs Div I, II, III

By
Jevone Moore
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Narbonne Gauchos Sean Riley making Los Al miss. Photo by Jevone Moore
Narbonne Gauchos Sean Riley making Los Al miss. Photo by Jevone Moore

The Road to the Coliseum

Los Angeles,Ca - The Los Angeles City Section has seeded it's team for all three divisions and few of the historical school will have the opportunity to hoist the trophy. The was no surprise Narbonne Gauchos was given a #1 seed and will face #16 Eagle Rock in an interesting first round match up. Then the Los Angeles High Romans even with a tie in last league took the Divisional II #1 seed against #16 Bell Eagles at home.

There will be few interesting potential second round match ups that will be must see games like #3 Garfield hosting #6 Crenshaw & marine league rematch Narbonne vs #8 San Pedro. Once you reach the playoffs its win or go home so there is nowhere to hide just be ready for the next challenge. 

DIV I

 

 

Los Angeles City Section Div I Playoffs
DIV II 

Los Angeles City Section Div II Playoffs

DIV III 

LACS Div 3

USC Runs Past Arizona

By
Jevone Moore
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Nov 7 : USC Trojans taking the field during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)
Nov 7 : USC Trojans running back Ronald Jones II breaking free during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)
Nov 7 : USC Trojans running back Ronald Jones II breaking free during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, Ca – Are the Trojans trying to regain their identity of Student body Left then right. The found some success in the running game defeating Arizona 38-30 at the Coliseum. The defense stood up in the first half, to give time for its offense to warm up the ground game.

Homecoming weekend what better time to enjoy meeting up with old friends and remembering the glory days. It’s been a little rough after the Reggie Bush era and that great run with former coach Pete Carroll. The visiting Arizona Wildcats coming in off two losses in row and are still searching to break this losing streak.

Nov 7 : USC Trojans triple treat Adoree Jackson find the edge during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)
Nov 7 : USC Trojans triple treat Adoree Jackson find the edge during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)

Coming out at the half with the game 17-17 and USC receiving the second half kick. New head coach Clay Helton said in the second half we are going to look to establish the run. They offensive was able to get the ground game started in second quarter behind the quick one foot cut in ground Ronald Jones II who put a first quarter touchdown on the board and ate up some clock for ball control offense.

On 4th and 2 with 2:26 left on the clock Arizona goes for it at mid field with a read option play that was stuffed for no gain that resulted in turnover on downs late in 3rd quarter.  Then USC trailing by three points drove half the field for an earlier 9 yard Justin Davis run to cap off a seven play drive in 4th quarter. The Trojans took the lead and never look back at that point.

Nov 7 : USC Trojans running back Justin Davis leaving Wildcats in his wake during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)
Nov 7 : USC Trojans running back Justin Davis leaving Wildcats in his wake during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)

Coach Helton stayed with the run, few series later running back Ronald Jones exploded down field like a rocket for 74 yards. This run showed speed, toughness and determination to score, bring the game to 31-23 9:24 left in 4th quarter. The Trojans freshmen backfield duo of Davis & Jones today grounded out 262 yards on 35 touches 4 touchdowns (Jones 177 yards, Davis 85 yards).

The Wildcats in the midst of playing back-to-back road games and their finishing regular season with three of its last four games on the road. The fiery Coach Rich Rodriguez of Arizona was determined today not to let his Cats get shut out without an offensive touchdown against the Trojans.

Nov 7 : USC Trojans receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster diving for more yards during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)
Nov 7 : USC Trojans receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster diving for more yards during USC vs Arizona game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Full Image 360)

The Trojans showed flashes of greatness and will need this type of performance to finish strong for rest of the season. They will have short week to prepare for Colorado on Friday night November 13 for their next game. But they will have extra days as a result to prepare for Oregon the week after. Great Win and now the Trojans fans are guaranteed to be Bowl-ing this post season.

Amway Coaches Poll Trophy Tour at USC

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Jevone Moore
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Coaches Poll Crystal Football (Photo by Jevone Moore / fi360 News)
Nov 5: Amway Coaches Poll Trophy with Dan Groen, Shawn Kody (LB USC), Sam Cunningham (RB USC), Crystal Football, Coach John Robinson, Amway Brand Manager Andy Gamm on stage in Founder's Club at USC Galen Center in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 5: Amway Coaches Poll Trophy with Dan Groen, Shaun Cody (LB USC), Sam Cunningham (RB USC), Crystal Football, Coach John Robinson, Amway Brand Manager Andy Gamm on stage in Founder’s Club at USC Galen Center in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, Ca – The Symbol of Supremacy in College Football, “The Coaches’ Trophy” presented by Amway. The iconic crystal football recognized by most, and endeared by college football players for years dating back to 1998. Each year one team gets the prestige’s award of holding this great hardware signifying “We Are #1” .

The Amway corporation has had the Coaches Poll Trophy on a tour through out the United States. The trophy stopped at USC which has had the opportunity to hoist it last in 2004. This was a great tour stop to encourage Amway business owners who were invited to this exclusive event in The Founder’s Club room located at the Galen Center on campus.

Team building, motivating, showing the way to take philosophy’s from winning in sports and showing how you can win in business. The panelists of University of Southern California greats were on hand and were moderated by Gerry Ahern (Vice President of Content USA Today Sports Media Group)

Nov 5: Amway Coaches Poll Panelists Shaun Cody, Sam Cunningham and John Robinson at USC Galen Center in Founder's Club. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 5: Amway Coaches Poll Panelists Shaun Cody, Sam Cunningham and John Robinson at USC Galen Center in Founder’s Club. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

THE PANELIST 

Coach John Robinson – USC Head Coach (1976-82, 1993-97) a former American football player and coach best known for his two stints as head coach of the University of Southern California football team and for his tenure as head coach of the NFL’s Los Angeles Rams.

Sam Cunningham – Running Back (1969-1972) Samuel Lewis “Sam” Cunningham, Jr is a retired American football fullback.  He was named an All-American in 1972, In the 1973 Rose Bowl, he scored four touchdowns, which still stands as a modern-day Rose Bowl record. He was named Rose Bowl Player of the Game. He was inducted into the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame in 1992 and into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2010.

Shaun Cody – Shaun Michael Cody is an American football nose tackle who is currently a free agent. He played college football for the University of Southern California, and was recognized as a consensus All-American.

The panel shared a few great stories and answered questions on what they did to overcome certain situations during their careers / lifetimes. Here are few quotes that were shared with the lucky business owners in attendance.

Coach Robinson was asked about build a team and leading them, “Need to be an involved leader with your team, …be flexible for what’s coming ahead.”

Cunningham was asked what’s most important to obtaining your goals, “Always write down your goals, … then you can look back and see what have completed and what still need to do.”

Cody was asked about value of mentors, “…Ronnie Lott came into locker room after I tore my acl and told me this is what defines a champion and will make you stronger.”

After the panelist finished the business owners were invited to speak and ask questions with the panel in less formal setting. They posed for pictures, autographs and one on one interactions to conclude and motivate all to move further in their personal endeavors to end a great event.

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Fans can keep up with the Trophy Tour via social media, by following their Facebook & twitter pages. @Coaches Trophy

 

 

 

 

Coliseum League With A Wild Finish

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Jevone Moore
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Dorsey Dons vs Crenshaw Cougars
Nov 6 Dorsey Dons vs Crenshaw Cougars lined up for battle. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 6 Dorsey Dons vs Crenshaw Cougars lined up for battle. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Los Angeles, Ca – The last game of CIF City Section regular season has an action pack finish in the rough Coliseum. The division II stars Hawkins faced Los Angeles in matinee game at 2:15pm, with the title on the line. The night cap between division I cross-town rivals’ Dorsey vs Crenshaw at 7pm. It was great on scheduling because you could catch both games and see the wild finish with so much on line from a title to playoff seedings.

Nov 6 LA High Runing Back Money Mason (19) finding daylight during the game Hawkins Hawks vs Los Angeles Romans at LA High. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 6 LA High Runing Back Money Mason (19) finding daylight during the game Hawkins Hawks vs Los Angeles Romans at LA High. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The LA High Romans playing at home for this last regular season and quest for keep its record unblemished. That dream was shattered once the sun ducked behind the home stands and game was called with 3:15 left on the clock due to Sun Down rule resulting in 31-31 tie. Hawkins was all smiles and celebrating their accomplishment due to coming back from being down 31-15 at one point in game. The Romans were left with a sour taste in their mouth that will only last for a day because with the tie the still won the Coliseum league title. So selection Saturday for playoff seeds will still have them as top 3 seed.

Nov 6 Hawkins wide reciever Greg Johnson (3) rushing to the edge during the game Hawkins Hawks vs Los Angeles Romans at LA High. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Both teams showed why they were moved into the Coliseum, and have formed quick rivals in short time. Both coaches have respect for each other program and spoke after the game, “Resiliency,” Hawkins Coach Mil’Von James said of his players. “My hat goes off to them,” Los Angeles Coach Eric Scott said. “They fought from behind and never gave up.”

These two teams will continue to compete in the future, LA High will go forward into playoffs next week. Hawkins will enjoy their Championship 4th quarter comeback and be ready for next year skipping this season post season due to 1 year ban from an ineligible player last year.

Nov 6 LA High Runing Back Money Mason (19) finding daylight during the game Hawkins Hawks vs Los Angeles Romans at LA High. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 6 LA High receiver LeJon Shaw (3) just before him comes down with catch on Hawkins defender Robert Lewis (9) during the game Hawkins Hawks vs Los Angeles Romans at LA High. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The Dorsey Dons finished the regular season with a big win defeating crosstown rivals Crenshaw 34-35 in the night cap. Speaking with defensive back coach Ivan Stephenson the day before the game he said, “I feel good about this game we had a great week of practice as a team.” His defensive backs showed up and backed up his feelings 3 of 4 getting interceptions in the game.(Tyquan Perry, Marquette Jackson, Antwone Williams)

Nov 6 Dorsey running back Devin Mangrum (26) busting through during the game Dorsey Dons vs Crenshaw Cougars(Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Nov 6 Dorsey running back Devin Mangrum (26) busting through during the game Dorsey Dons vs Crenshaw Cougars(Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Dorsey relied on Senior running back Devin Mangrum and freshman Charles Mincy combined for over 400 yards rushing. The pounding with great blocking from the offensive line was a difference make combined with the pressure from defensive line to help the DB’s.

This was the first win for Dorsey against is rival since 2011, to have bragging rights at least for a year. Crenshaw had a chance to comeback but just too little too late. Their quarterback the young Daiyan Henly was looking down field for his targets but when he saw daylight he used his feet to break contain. Henly feet didn’t fail him rushing  for bunch of first downs and touchdown during the comeback.

Nov 6 Crenshaw quarterback Daiyan Henley (11) Spotting a target on a roll out during the game Dorsey Dons vs Crenshaw Cougars(Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Both teams will have post season play this year that will be figured out Saturday, with the win Dorsey should be rewarded with being on the opposite side of Narbonne in playoff bracket till the championship if they can survive.

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The Idaho Vandals Get J.J. Wills

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J.J. Wills Clovis High (Courtesy Photo)

Clovis, Ca – From the moment the University of Idaho offered a football scholarship to J.J. Wills in June 2015, the Vandals stayed on the Clovis High School wide receiver for the next five months.

All of that following, chasing and convincing on Idaho’s end convinced Wills that the Kibbie Dome will be his future college football home, after the 6-foot, 179-pound wideout  verbally committed to the Vandals’ pledge on Monday, Nov. 2.

Wills said he sought the advice of his family during a night time get-together inside his house.

“We have been talking about this as a family for a while. It was a special thing because I wanted to know everyone’s opinion and then I prayed on it. But it was a very special thing (to commit),” Wills said.

The three-year varsity letterman Wills, who held one other scholarship offer from NCAA Division II program Minot State, becomes Clovis High’s first NCAA Division I wide receiver commit since Matt Lindsey chose Fresno State in Sept. 2006.

Wills currently leads the 8-1 Cougars in three different receiving categories: receptions (50), yards (905) and touchdowns (10). He has five 100-yard games this season, including his recent five catch, 124-yard and three touchdown evening in the 41-28 victory over Clovis North on Oct. 30.

 

For his varsity career, Wills has 99 catches for 1,528 yards and 18 touchdowns.

Written by Lorenzo J. Reyna

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