A few things I'm looking forward to watching during Friday's Mayfair-Downey game:
- New Monsoons QB Christian Woo. The junior can throw or run on any down and should bring a flair of the offense.
- Mayfair senior Jerry Smith, called "Slash" by the coaching staff because he's a tailback/receiver/returner/DB. Smith is drawing Pac-12 recruiting interest with his combination of speed, agility and vision.
Downey QB Dallas Lopez, who was the difference in the fourth quarter of last year's SGVL upset of rival Warren.
Downey receiver Jabari Ruffin, who nearly led the Vikings to a comeback victory in last year's first-round playoff game against Inglewood. Ruffin, who stands about 6-5, had eight catches for 102 yards and two scores in that 22-17 loss. His size could be an issue for Mayfair's secondary.
Are you ready for some football?
About the Bloggers
Prep Sports Editor Dave Werstine has worked in and around the greater Long Beach area covering high school sports since the mid-1980s. Dave sums up his own athletic career as a "Jack of all trades and a master of none." Whether the ball is kicked, hit or thrown, Dave enjoys being part of it. If you have game, e-mail opinions, story ideas or news tips to dave.werstine@dailybreeze.com.
David Felton is a lifelong sports fan who began covering prep athletics in 1990. He's lived and worked in Long Beach since 2000 and has developed a deep respect and appreciation for the athletic history of this community. Email him at dave.felton@dailybreeze.com.
Robert Morales began covering prep sports in the greater Long Beach area in 2007. When a local football coach asked him how he felt about reporting on preps after many years of covering boxing, auto racing and various other sports, he replied, "Hey, if I'm going to cover prep sports anywhere, I'm glad it's this area because of the level of athletics, the intensity displayed by the athletes and coaches and the support of the community." Email him at robert.morales@dailybreeze.com.
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