HS FOOT: Camarillo in better shape after getting in better shape

A rigorous off-season conditioning program has made a big difference for the Camarillo football team, 8-1 after going 5-6 last year. The Scorpions already have clinched the league championship in the lightly regarded Pacific View League, but in their only nonleague contest against a championship caliber team in Week One, they lost 30-17 to Newbury Park.

"Obviously, we're a lot better, but we need a huge win to get some respect to be compared with teams like St. Bonaventure, Westlake and Moorpark," Camarillo quarterback Jeff Matthews said. "I think we're a top team. We would love another shot at Newbury Park in the playoffs."

-- Gerry Gittelson