The Top 10 Teams in San Diego
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1. Cathedral Catholic Analysis: Outscored opponents 223-14 in the spring and have a lot of star power returning. They are ranked No. 5 in the state by MaxPreps and have multiple Power 5 prospects. Top players: Jaxson Moi Jaxson Moi…
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Analysis: Outscored opponents 223-14 in the spring and have a lot of star power returning. They are ranked No. 5 in the state by MaxPreps and have multiple Power 5 prospects.
Top players: Jaxson Moi Jaxson Moi 6'2" | 250 lbs | DL Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Harmon Savaiinaea Harmon Savaiinaea 6'1" | 210 lbs | LB Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Lucky Sutton Lucky Sutton 6'1" | 205 lbs | RB Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Charlie Mirer Charlie Mirer 6'6" | 225 lbs | QB Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Rex Haynes Rex Haynes 6'4" | 200 lbs | WR Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Rambo Mageo, Deric Woo, Donovan Saunders Donovan Saunders 6'3" | 180 lbs | DB Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Tanoai Letuli Tanoai Letuli 6'0" | 205 lbs | ATH Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Tavita Letuli Tavita Letuli 6'1" | 320 lbs | OL Cathedral Catholic | 2022 State CA , Marcus Ratcliffe Marcus Ratcliffe 6'3" | 190 lbs | DB Cathedral Catholic | 2023 State CA
2. Carlsbad
Analysis: They are known for their explosive offense but they have one of the top defenses in the county as well. If they stay healthy, they should win the tough Avocado League.
Top players: Julian Sayin Julian Sayin 6'1" | 195 lbs | QB Carlsbad | 2024 State CA , Matthew Moore, Barrett Brennan, Anthony Ferrelli, Josh Davis, Mazlo Norwood
3. Mission Hills
Analysis: Went 5-0 with a very tough schedule in the spring. One of the best defenses in the county. Not as much star power as some of the top teams in the county but a very well-coached team.
Top players: Jaiden Letua, Matt Martin, Gunnar Hensley, Carmelo Chapman, Canaan Ridill, Ben Eyer, Peter Eyabi
4. Lincoln
Analysis: Lincoln is once again loaded with star power, particularly at the skill positions. They will win a lot of games due to pure athleticism and toughness. Blewout everybody they played besides Cathedral Catholic in the spring.
Top players: Jahlil Florence Jahlil Florence 6'2" | 180 lbs | DB Lincoln - San Diego | 2022 State CA , David Peevy David Peevy 6'4" | 230 lbs | LB Lincoln - San Diego | 2023 State CA , Roderick Robinson II Roderick Robinson II 6'1" | 220 lbs | RB Lincoln (San Diego) | 2023 State CA , Chris Fewell Chris Fewell 6'2" | 200 lbs | LB Lincoln - San Diego | 2023 State CA , Jalil Tucker Jalil Tucker 6'0" | 180 lbs | ATH Lincoln | 2022 State CA , Kendall Williams, Jalen Daniels Jalen Daniels 6'5" | 215 lbs | QB Lincoln | 2022 State CA
5. St. Augustine
Analysis: Finished the spring season with losses to Lincoln and Cathedral Catholic but can beat nearly anybody else in the county. They have some talented prospects and a good infrastructure.
Top players: Justin Stearns Justin Stearns 6'3" | 200 lbs | LB St. Augustine | 2022 State CA , Jake Bolin, Gracen Halton Gracen Halton 6'4" | 270 lbs | DL St. Augustine | 2022 State CA , Ayo Shotomide, Jeremiah McClure Jeremiah McClure 6'2" | 195 lbs | WR Mater Dei Catholic | 2023 State CA , Misael Sandoval Misael Sandoval 6'6" | 315 lbs | OL St. Augustine | 2023 State CA , DJ Overstreet DJ Overstreet 5'10" | 175 lbs | WR Mater Dei Catholic | 2023 State CA
6. El Camino
Analysis: They have one of the best defensive linemen in the county. Underrated at the quarterback position and a tough team to beat.
Top players: Kiah Reid, Mackavelli Malotumau Mackavelli Malotumau 6'1" | 300 lbs | DL El Camino | 2022 State CA , Marquis Bell, Johnny Mckenzie
7. La Jolla
Analysis: They have the top senior quarterback in the county. Scored 228 points in just five games in the spring and had an undefeated season.
Top players: Jackson Stratton Jackson Stratton 6'4" | 205 lbs | QB La Jolla | 2022 State CA , Frankie Castronovo, Max Raulston, Austin Bale, Makai Smith, Spence Carswell
8. Eastlake
Analysis: The surprise team of the spring has plenty of talent coming back. Big games against Mater Dei Catholic and Otay Ranch will determine where they stand at the end of season rankings.
Top players: Treyton White Treyton White 6'1" | 230 lbs | LB Eastlake | 2022 State CA , Jordan Blondin Jordan Blondin 5'10" | 160 lbs | WR Eastlake | 2022 State CA , Christian Aguilar, Jordan Swan, Nayhum Lao, Johnny Limon, Isaiah Hinojosa
9. Mater Dei Catholic
Analysis: Lost some guys from last year but have enough returning talent mixed with some transfers that can push the Crusaders higher on this list.
Top players: Tre Edwards Tre Edwards 6'1" | 210 lbs | LB Mater Dei Catholic | 2023 State CA , Chris Snyder Chris Snyder 6'0" | 175 lbs | ATH Mater Dei Catholic | 2023 State CA , Surahz Buncom Surahz Buncom 6'4" | 175 lbs | DB Mater Dei Catholic | 2023 State CA , Dominic Nankil Dominic Nankil 6'1" | 170 lbs | QB Mater Dei Catholic | 2023 State CA , Brian Dukes Brian Dukes 6'4" | 185 lbs | ATH Mater Dei Catholic | 2022 State CA , Luke Teskey, Cruz Estrada, Anthony Lopez
10. Helix
Analysis: I wrestled between Helix and Torrey Pines for the 10 spot and Helix competed against top teams in the county in the spring even though some of its top players opted out.
Top players: Ryland Jessee Ryland Jessee 6'4" | 195 lbs | QB Helix | 2024 State CA , Ortiz Elijah Ortiz Elijah 6'3" | 195 lbs | QB Helix | 2022 CA , Christian Washington Christian Washington 5'11" | 200 lbs | RB Helix | 2022 State CA , Xavier Van Xavier Van 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR Helix | 2022 State CA , Jaylen Hall Jaylen Hall 6'1" | 185 lbs | WR Mater Dei Catholic | 2023 State CA , Kairo Kahananui Kairo Kahananui 6'0" | 215 lbs | LB Helix | 2024 State CA