I spoke to Rowland coach Craig Snyder and he says star QB Michael Ball is progressing well in his recovery from a broken collarbone. Ball is working to regain strength in the area and won’t be limited when the Raiders begin preparations for the fall season. Don’t expect to see Rowland in any passing games until summer, though. Your best opprotunity to see Ball and the Raiders will likely be the Arroyo passing tourney.

By the way, Rowland opens the season at Baldwin Park.

Aram’s take: There’s probably no other player in the area that I’m more excited to see.