Battle at the Beach Notebook

<p>The Battle at the Beach passing tournament is the last major passing tournament featuring some of the top programs in the state.</p>   <p>Twenty schools participated in the event. Mission Viejo beat St. John Bosco for the championship. Charter Oak beat Capo Valley for the championship of the silver division.</p>   <p>Here are some of my notes on some of the teams and players who competed in the tournament.</p>   <p>- Mission Viejo is the 7-on-7 champion of the offseason. Nearly all of its skill players return from last season's state championship team. [player_tooltip player_id='1000890' first='Luke' last='Fahey'] and [player_tooltip player_id='406731' first='Draiden' last='Trudeau'] each looked very good at quarterback. [player_tooltip player_id='282688' first='Phillip' last='Bell'] made some very difficult catches and <strong>Cash Semonza</strong> has gotten rave reviews from coach <strong>Chad Johnson</strong>. [player_tooltip player_id='283628' first='Jeron' last='Jones'] and [player_tooltip player_id='723683' first='Dijon' last='Lee'] locked things down at cornerback. 6-foot-4 sophomore <strong>Max Markofski</strong> already runs a sub 11 100 meters and will make an impact this season.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/mikehuntley63/status/1812259628765655279 </div></figure>   <p>- St. John Bosco played three quarterbacks: [player_tooltip player_id='401284' first='Matai' last='Fuiava'], <strong>Jack Nyman</strong> and [player_tooltip player_id='959174' first='Koa' last='Malau'ulu']. All three had moments and the freshman Malau'ulu impressed me. [player_tooltip player_id='212216' first='Christian' last='Davis'] and [player_tooltip player_id='401226' first='Carson' last='Clark'] impressed at receiver and tight end <strong>Austin Zebrowski </strong>may be an impact player this season in packages. [player_tooltip player_id='408739' first='Darren' last='Tubbs Jr']. is a freshman receiver coach <strong>Jason Negro</strong> said to keep an eye on.</p>   <p>- [player_tooltip player_id='283632' first='Josh' last='Holland'] was the MVP for Bosco's defense and he had a major interception against Mission Viejo in the championship game. [player_tooltip player_id='406738' first='Jacob' last='Holmes'] also had a big day along with sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='677270' first='Jashaun' last='Shaffer'].</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Chris_I_Davis/status/1813301898935705761 </div></figure>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KoaMalauulu1/status/1812670231917302098 </div></figure>   <p>- Centennial lost to Edison in the opening game of the tournament but bounced back until losing to eventual champion Mission Viejo. [player_tooltip player_id='406637' first='Cory' last='Butler'] had a big day receiving along with <strong>Dylan Wallner</strong>. Defensively, new Chaparral transfer [player_tooltip player_id='533261' first='Kuron' last='Jabari Jr']. was impressive along with <strong>Charles Castille</strong>.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/latsondheimer/status/1812641197854499310 </div></figure>   <p>- Inglewood struggled but showed flashes of solid play on both sides of the ball. Freshman corner [player_tooltip player_id='819582' first='Jacob' last='Whitehead'] stood out as a shut down corner with good timing breaking up 50/50 balls.</p>   <p>- Capo Valley reached the finals of the silver bracket and with the exception of one game against Santa Margarita, was competitive with everyone it played. [player_tooltip player_id='595827' first='Tommy' last='Acosta'] looked sharper than he did at the South County tournament in my opinion and <strong>Cire Jefferson</strong> continues to impress me with his ability to track the ball in the air.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/cirejefferson/status/1812592097540915664 </div></figure>   <p>- Santa Margarita was dominant until it ran into champion Mission Viejo. [player_tooltip player_id='406660' first='John' last='Gazzaniga'], <strong>James Johnson</strong> and [player_tooltip player_id='1284700' first='Hayes' last='Cloutier'] all got valuable reps at quarterback. [player_tooltip player_id='283690' first='Trent' last='Mosley'] was the key target and obvious star. The Eagles' secondary led by [player_tooltip player_id='1288067' first='Logan' last='Hirou'], <strong>Luke Anderson </strong>and [player_tooltip player_id='401277' first='Lennie' last='Brown'] were impressive all day. Mater Dei transfer safety <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='283684' first='Siua' last='Holani']</strong> "Josh" got rave reviews from multiple coaches I talked to. Freshmen defensive backs <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1621228' first='Jordan' last='Hicks']</strong> and [player_tooltip player_id='977697' first='Ca'ron' last='Williams'] got strong reviews from coaches. Linebackers [player_tooltip player_id='283606' first='Dash' last='Fifita'] and [player_tooltip player_id='780315' first='Ivrick' last='Carrigan'] looked very good at linebacker and were flying around.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Caron21Williams/status/1812641765712883962 </div></figure>   <p>- St. Bonaventure was in a tough pool but had some solid performances. [player_tooltip player_id='283633' first='Kaden' last='Glover'] has a smooth release and has serious zip on the ball. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1183006' first='Jeremiah' last='Barrios']</strong> was making plays on both sides of the ball and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1686113' first='Walter' last='Moore']</strong> is a big guy who stands out when you watch the Seraphs.</p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/latsondheimer/status/1692395371123950049 </div></figure>   <p>- Corona del Mar was a surprise team of the day and coach <strong>Kevin Hettig</strong> loves it that way. <strong>Max Nashed </strong>and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1715179' first='Brady' last='Annett']</strong> both got reps at quarterback and [player_tooltip player_id='1000923' first='Dorsett' last='Stecker'] stood out to me when watching the Sea Kings. He's had a great offseason in the weight room after having an injury this time last year. [player_tooltip player_id='347158' first='Zach' last='Giuliano'] is a big guy who can make plays in the middle of the field. Senior defensive back <strong>Brady Gadol</strong> had a huge day and sophomore <strong>Tucker Murray</strong> has the potential to be one of the better sophomores in Orange County. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TeranRodriguez1/status/1812203595049447786 </div></figure>   <p>- Speaking of former Sunset League teams. Los Alamitos had a strong day behind Cal commit [player_tooltip player_id='282704' first='Alonzo' last='Esparza']. His accuracy is top notch and he's a fiery leader who teammates rally around. [player_tooltip player_id='221860' first='Jerod' last='Terry Jr']. made some nice plays from the backfield and has some serious speed. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TeranRodriguez1/status/1812204744779485661 </div></figure>   <p>- Charter Oak had a big day throwing the ball. Big name receivers <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1338365' first='Legend' last='Lyons']</strong> and [player_tooltip player_id='723863' first='Marquis' last='Bradley'] were getting open all day along with junior <strong>Antonio Reasby</strong>. [player_tooltip player_id='406674' first='Lavar' last='Arrington'] was one of the more physically impressive players at the event and it was nice seeing him in pass coverage, proving he can be more than just a really good edge rusher. He didn't seem out of place at all at inside backer and was flying around the field in pass coverage. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/coachmark_48/status/1791939399279894882 </div></figure>   <p>- Narbonne played one of the most competitive games of the day against St. John Bosco in a loss. [player_tooltip player_id='401302' first='Xavier' last='Owens'], Sierra Canyon transfer <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1197333' first='Da'Mari' last='Hall']</strong> and <strong>Michael "Mike Mike" Ashford</strong> all shined at receiver throughout the day. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/TeranRodriguez1/status/1812190973713428628 </div></figure>   <p>- JSerra has some big guys and other teams were talking about how impressive the Lions were. <strong>Tyger Canales</strong> got rave reviews from coach <strong>Victor Santa Cruz</strong> along with seniors <strong>Sawyer Thomson</strong> and <strong>Al Ringgold</strong>. Sophomores <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1611307' first='Clark' last='Cokley']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1197620' first='Darian' last='Webb']</strong> and <strong>William Fredericksen</strong> performed well along with junior <strong>Kale Webb</strong>. Santa Cruz complimented JSerra's strength coach for the progress the Lions made this offseason and the team certainly passes the eye test with its size. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JSerra_Football/status/1812605962555105341 </div></figure>   <p>- Liberty of Bakersfield had a nice day but I didn't get to see them very much. [player_tooltip player_id='1060927' first='Jeremy' last='Kenney'] is a lengthy quarterback who I saw make some quality throws later in the day.</p>   <p>- Millikan had some impressive athletes including Crean Lutheran transfer <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1344394' first='Daylin' last='Caamano']</strong>. Santa Margarita transfers [player_tooltip player_id='282763' first='Joshua' last='Tuchek'] and [player_tooltip player_id='1203247' first='Anthony' last=''] League had big moments and freshman <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1717670' first='Odell' last='Simms'] Jr.</strong> drew praise from coach <strong>Romeo Pellum</strong>. </p>   <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/RepMax_io/status/1813052908491186518 </div></figure>   <p>- Underclassmen quarterbacks were one of the top storylines of the day. [player_tooltip player_id='401257' first='Jaden' last='O'Neal'] (Narbonne), [player_tooltip player_id='1284693' first='Ryan' last='Hopkins'] (JSerra), [player_tooltip player_id='1000930' first='Jacob' last='Chambers'] (Rancho Cucamonga), [player_tooltip player_id='1000878' first='Brady' last='Palmer'] (Cathedral Catholic), [player_tooltip player_id='709444' first='Ryan' last='Rakowski'] (Palos Verdes), <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1611225' first='Dane' last='Weber'] </strong>(Chaparral) and [player_tooltip player_id='1182939' first='Corin' last='Berry'] (Charter Oak) were all very impressive. </p>   <p>- It was cool to see some linemen from the big schools in attendance to support their teams' skill players. [player_tooltip player_id='282706' first='Jake' last='Flores'] (JSerra), [player_tooltip player_id='841045' first='Matthew' last='George Perdue'], [player_tooltip player_id='401241' first='Dutch' last='Horisk'] and [player_tooltip player_id='723690' first='Epi' last='Sitanilei'] (St. John Bosco) and others came to the event and were actively cheering on their teammates.</p>

The Battle at the Beach passing tournament is the last major passing tournament featuring some of the top programs in the state.