2024 Reveiw: South Central Conference

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The South Central Conference continued to display a blend of familiar contenders and emerging hopefuls throughout the 2024 season. At the top, a pair of standout programs showed why they remain perennial threats, while several others fought to prove they belong among the state's elite. As we continue our conference review series, we'll break down the highs, highlight the talent on display, and consider what might be in store for these teams as they look ahead to the coming year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1. Sheldon Irish (10-1) Lost in the Semi-Finals</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 9 - Beat Sprague 52-7 to ensure the conference title and prove their dominance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quarter Finals - Matched up with Sprague again two weeks later and handled them 45-17.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Semi-Finals - Lost a very tight game to West Linn 21-28 to get knocked out of playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["527032"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67634b33cbdfc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tuioti will be sorely missed by the Irish next season as he was fantastic this year, taking him Conference Defensive Player of the Year. He will be headed to Boise, Idaho, to play football at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["407439"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67634b33cbe61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thomas was a true difference-maker on both sides of the ball for the Irish and is one of many seniors that will be tough to replace. Thomas should see his recruitment heat up, as it would be a shame not to see him play at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["791149"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67634b33cbea9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chamberlin is a kid to get excited about, as we have him very highly ranked for his class. He will have a chance to breakout next season as the Irish graduate a large senior class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='527032' first='Mana' last='Tuioti'] </strong>- Signed with Boise State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='904355' first='Rocco' last='Graziano'] </strong>- Committed to Oregon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='408638' first='Brody' last='Borrevik'] </strong>- Committed to Idaho.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1311539' first='Cameron' last='Glenn'] </strong>- Committed to Idaho.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='407441' first='Kerek' last='Kato'] </strong>- Holds a D3 offer from Pacific (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1550146' first='Kelsen' last='Sperry'] </strong>- Has a D3 offer from Pacific (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="margin: 0px;padding: 0px"><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong>&nbsp;Replacing the talented senior group will be difficult for the Irish, and it may result in a bit of a down year next year. However, they have some young guys to be excited about.&nbsp;</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. Sprague Olympians (9-2) Lost in the Quarter Finals</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 6 - Big 28-24 win over South Medford to ensure second place in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1st Round - Dominated Clackamas 41-12 to advance in the playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quarter Finals - Ran into the top dogs Sheldon and got eliminated 17-45.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1103479"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67634b33cbef3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson was one of the best running backs in the state this year, and it will be a brutal loss for Sprague next year. Johnson capped off his high school career by being named the Offensive Player of the Year conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1187047"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67634b33cbf36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Witherspoon was a massive reason for the Oly's success this season, and replacing him will be a tall task. He has some offers on the table and should be continuing his football career at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1512594"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67634b33cbf79"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Makarenko is impressive at the Center position for the Olympians. He is extremely athletic and physical enough to compensate for the lack of size. With another offseason of getting stronger, he should have a fantastic senior year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1187047' first='Dukatti' last='Witherspoon'] </strong>- Holds offers from D3 schools Puget Sound and Willamette.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1326449' first='Trayton' last='Futi'] </strong>- Holds offers from D3 programs Lewis &amp; Clark (OR), Pacific (OR), and Puget Sound.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1322045' first='Aedan' last='Saele'] </strong>- Holds D3 offers from Linfield and Willamette.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="margin: 0px;padding: 0px"><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong>&nbsp;Replacing the OPOY and a senior QB, w</span>ho are both top 100 players in the state, has us questioning if the Olympians can sustain this success. I believe there will be some bumps in the road.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. South Medford Panthers (8-5) Lost in Alternate Bracket Championship</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 9 - Big 33-30 win over rivals North Medford do ensure top seed in the alternate bracket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Semi-Finals (Alt.) - Defense shut out Newberg to advance to the alternate state title game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Championship (Alt.) - Heartbreaking loss to rivals North Medford 13-31.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["904358"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6763bac45ced3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jackson had an excellent season for the Panthers, taking home Second Team All-Conference Linebacker. He has nice size and mobility at the position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1103477"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6763bac45cf26"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Foss was the Panthers' lead back and had a lot of success, as he received All-Conference honors for the Second Team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["770005"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6763bac45cf6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown, who is an excellent Lineback/Safety, stepped into the QB position this year and earned Second Team All-Conference at QB. He definitely projects as a defensive player, but him stepping in at QB proves he is a versatile team player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*We are not aware of any offers at the moment.*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> South Medford had a very good season and have some young talent to reload the roster. Having Brown returning is a big deal for the Panthers and their hopes to earn a spot in the top 12 bracket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. North Medford Black Tornado (9-4) Won Alternate Bracket Championship</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 1 - Won a tough first game against Grants Pass 33-28 to start on the right track.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quarter Finals (Alt.) - Defeated a Three Rivers League team in Tigard 15-8 to advance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Championship (Alt.) - Made up for their regular season loss against rivals South Medford and defeated them to win the alternate State Title 31-13.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["287053"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6763bac45cfb2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I have had my eyes on Coleman for a while now, and he did not disappoint. He led his team to the alternate state title with big wins throughout the bracket. He will be heading to Portland State to play some D1 football.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1569358"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6763bac45d020"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Neron had a spectacular season this year for the Black Tornado and deserves to be recognized. He was named a First Team All-Conference Linebacker. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402426"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6763bac45d064"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Healy has impressed me as the starter for the Black Tornado. They should be ecstatic that he is returning next season as him under center gives them a great chance to repeat their success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='287053' first='Trey' last='Kennedy Coleman'] </strong>- Signed with Portland State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1569366' first='Max' last='Aukusitino'] </strong>- Holds an offer from D3 Pacific (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> North Medford has a large program that can effectively adjust its roster following the departure of several key graduating seniors. The loss of a Division 1 player is always a setback.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. West Salem Titans (6-5) Lost in Alternate Bracket Quarter Finals</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 9 - Impressive 40-14 win over a very solid Grants Pass squad to ensure fifth place in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 (Alt.) - Dominant 42-23 win over Westview to advance in the playoffs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quarter Finals (Alt.) - Heartbreaking loss to a challenging Jesuit program 20-21.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["412223"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b74d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Whipple was a great player for the Titans and has the size and athleticism to play at the next level. Whipple was a threat in the passing game with his frame and will only get better should he play football at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["769995"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b7b9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wusstig is a very athletic athlete for the Titans who is already generating D1 interest. The way he can impact the game without being the biggest guy on the field is impressive because he is a pure athlete. You expect a big play whenever Wusstig has the ball in his hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["914281"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b802"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Campos received Conference First Team honors at Runningback and will look to build off that momentum heading into his senior season. The Titans are lucky to have him coming back.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='412223' first='Hudson' last='Whipple'] </strong>- Holds an offer from D3 Pacific (OR).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1569367' first='Carson' last='Boen'] </strong>- Holds D3 offers from Pacific (OR) and Willamette.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The senior class is not a devastating loss for this Titan team, and they should be able to compete against the top programs with some very impressive players returning.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>6. Grants Pass Cavemen (6-5) Lost in Alternate Bracket Quarter Finals</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Round 1 (Alt.) - Big win over Sunset in dominating fashion 49-27 to advance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Quarter Finals (Alt.) - Brutal 33-36 loss on the road to Newberg to be eliminated.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1567695"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b849"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnston was a difference-maker on both sides of the ball this year. He earned First Team Tight End and Defensive End in the conference. Johnston will be a big loss for this young Cavemen team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1569361"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b88d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson, a First Team Receiver at the conference, was one of the reasons this Cavemen team had such a high-powered offense this year. He was a great piece to have for a young quarterback, and he will be missed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["796694"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b8d0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rossetta took home First Team Quarterback in the conference as a sophomore. He has the size and arm to be a legit prospect on the west coast. As long as Rossetta is under center, I would be scared of this Cavemen team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1567695' first='Connor' last='Johnston'] </strong>- Holds a D1 offer from San Diego and other smaller schools offered as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The Cavemen will be confident they can jump the conference standings next year as they have some young talent they hope can take the next step, led by their QB Rossetta.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>7. South Salem Saxons (2-7)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 1 - Dominant 28-6 win at North Salem to start the year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 9 - Ended a rough season on a positive note with a 39-0 shutout win over McNary.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1012337"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b914"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Although it was disappointing for the Saxons, Greer had a very successful season, taking home First Team linebacker for the conference. I expect his recruitment to heat up here soon.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["407880"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b955"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Scharer is the second half of a scary linebacker duo the Saxons had, and he earned Conference Second Team honors. The Saxons will be looking for some new linebackers next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["937232"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b997"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bowman is the Saxon's future, and with two years left, they should be excited to continue to develop him. Bowman should lead this team to a better record next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*We are not aware of any offers at the moment.*</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The Saxons went from 9-0 in 2023 to 2-7 in 2024. That is not what they envisioned, but with some young talent on the way they will look to reload and compete next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>8. North Salem Vikings (2-7)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 8 - Big win over McNary 38-0 to ensure they would not finish last place in the conference.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["406771"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906b9db"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Aguilar is an exciting player as he has the size and athleticism to peak college coaches' interest, but he would have benefitted from a better season. I expect Aguilar to continue developing and improving at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402395"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906ba20"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Singleton is ranked very highly for his class, as his size and athleticism are hard to teach, but a two-win season was disappointing. I expect him to bounce back in a big way next year and prove why he is so highly ranked.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1569373"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906ba61"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Phillips was very productive for the Vikings this year and earned Second Team Running Back in the conference. The Vikings will be happy to have him and Singleton again next year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='406771' first='Enrike' last='Aguilar'] </strong>- Holds offers from NAIA Montana Tech and D3 Willamette. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> The Vikings have some talent and should be better next season, but only time will be able to tell.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>9. McNary Celtics (0-9)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Games:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Week 7 - Competed well in a game but lost a close one to Century 21-28.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Star Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["904357"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906baa5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cooper is one of the few very talented players at McNary as his size is what stands out. Despite going winless as a team, he took home Second Team All-Conference honors at Defensive Line. Cooper will be a hot commodity for smaller college programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Underclassman:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jordan Hunter","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"165","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2410","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"McNary","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6764aa906bae6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hunter is a young guy to get excited about for the Celtics as he took home Conference Honorable Mention at Receiver this past year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>C/O 2025 Recruitment Updates:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='904357' first='Daniel' last='Cooper'] </strong>- Holds D3 offers from Lewis &amp; Clark (OR), Pacific (OR), and Willamette.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 Outlook:</strong> McNary had a rough year, and I hope they can turn it around next season, but I have a hard time seeing it happening. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->