HS FOOT: Palmdale's Shaw takes over at quarterback

One of California's most heavily recruited returning defensive backs, Palmdale's Joshua Shaw also is the starting quarterback this season - and he could not be happier.

"It feels good. We have a lot of good players around me, so that takes the weight off my shoulders," Shaw said. "I'm going to try to be a good leader."

Palmdale has won 37 of 38 Golden League games but has never won a section championship.

"We're working hard and trying to get over the hump," Shaw said. "That's what this year is all about - we have to finish."

-- Gerry Gittelson