November 22, 2024

OC Sports Zone: Community First

SUMMER FOOTBALL UPDATE: Capo Valley Christian coach likes team’s toughness

Capo Valley Christian linemen go through workouts in preparation for the season opener. (Photo courtesy Capo Valley Christian football)

Capistrano Valley High School’s football players are preparing for the start of the 2021 season opener Friday, Aug. 20 against Arrowhead Christian.

Coach Eric Preszler said he’s looking forward to leading the team. Capo Valley Christian did not compete in the abbreviated spring season.

“We are looking forward to a football season without distractions,” Preszler said. “Our team is young but I’m confident in our toughness and work ethic.”

Several players are expected to lead the way for the Eagles, the coach said.

“Senior Safety/running back Kaden Manrique looks to make up for lost time from 2020 and is supported by freshmen phenoms, quarterback Nate Richie and tight end/linebacker Jack Gallo,” said Preszler, who is also the athletic director.

Junior Jack Leetzow is expected to be the team’s top lineman.

Capo Valley Christian has four starters returning on offense and six on defense, Preszler said.

2021 CVC SCHEDULE

Friday, Aug. 20, Arrowhead Christian, home

Friday, Aug. 27, Calvary Chapel, home

Friday, Sept. 3, at Godinez (Santa Ana Valley)

Friday, Sept. 10, Temecula Prep, home

Friday, Sept. 17, at Desert Christian

Friday, Sept. 24, Don Bosco Tech, home

Friday, Oct. 15, at St. Margaret’s

Friday, Oct. 22, at Nuview Bridge

Friday, Oct. 29, Whittier Christian, homecoming

—Tim Burt, OC Sports Zone; timburt@ocsportszone.com