(Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), The Villa Park drum major salutes during the playing of the National Anthem before the start of the game against El Modena in Orange on Thursday, September 29, 2022. Hell admit that, by all rights, his team should not have had a remote hope of winning the game. SCHEDULE Welcome to El Modena Football For questions regarding the El Modena Football Program and getting signed up, please contact Head Varsity Coach Matt Mitchell at mjmitch@orangeusd.org For questions regarding the El Modena Football Freshman team, please contact Freshman Head Coach Chris Esperanza at esperanzachris@att.net In his 14 years at El Rancho, Johnson had led the school to five Southern Section championship games, winning three. Frasco had been such a fine quarterback the year before, and we knew he would be such a great one that we wanted to work with him. He returned to watch the game with his arm in a sling. Guess rushed for 65 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries. Sign In School Page; Team Page . We sat down every day during our office period and bounced things off each other. Over in the Goliath camp, members of the former No. But the coaches told us, Theyre the same age as you. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer). Before the 1985 season began, Bob Lester, El Modena High School football coach, promised himself that this would be a kick-back kind of year--that he wasnt going to get too excited on Friday nights, and that he wasnt going to lose any sleep worrying about what play to call on third and short. He always has been the type to joke around at practice, and hes always been a hit with the media, often providing reporters with funny one-liners. The awe-inspiring Edison team was led by Frank Seurer, later a professional quarterback for the Los Angeles Express and the son of the former Denver Bronco of the same name. Youre going to be bummed out. ORANGE El Modena was dominant in the trenches and cruised to a 38-0 win over Santa Ana in a nonleague football game Thursday at El Modena High. He won Associated Press Sports Editors awards for game-story writing in 2001, feature-story writing in 2017 and breaking news in 2019. In his 20 years at El Modena, Lester has had just two losing seasons, in 1969 (2-6-1) and 1973 (3-5-1). Quarterback Michael Tollefson powered the drive with his running and finished with 63 yards on the ground. I dont know if you can ask for any more. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer). Thirteen members of that Edison team received football scholarships. Ive learned from some of your favorite players and taught some of them some things I do well at the WR position. 1-ranked football team in California, the Edison Chargers, dont care to remember that particular game. Then he could stand the growing pain no more. Frasco attended Weber State for a year before transferring to Santa Ana College and then on to San Jose State. Even the principal here (John Meyers) called me in and said he expected to have a winning season. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), San Juan Hills fans cheer as their team takes the field before the start of the game against El Modena in San Juan Capistrano on Friday, September 23, 2022. Barrett said the success has made the transition much easier. The pair worked together for three years before Mullen left to coach at Villa Park. Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. The shorthand lingo of the Fred Kelly Stadium scoreboard described it thus: El Modena 28, Edison 27. Hes had such a good thing going with the parents and the players, its tough to see him leave.. Dana Hills led 14-10. I think if there was a time that people might have second-guessed me, that couldve been it.. Edison running back Kaleaph Carter is among Southern Californias most promising sophomores, but he will run into difficulty against fine Vanguard linemen Don Gibson (6-3, 255) and Allen Ennis (6-1, 220), as well as linebackers Ross Bauer, Joe Scagliotti and Pepe Jezek. "We worked. On the Dolphins ensuing possession, Kelly extended and found senior Owen Chambers deep on a 56-yard pass, and on the next play, Kelly fired it up the middle to Black on a 19-yard touchdown pass. El Modena HS Varsity Football. Mark that as the first major accomplishment in the Henneys tenure as head coach. Trying to steady his left arm, Frasco led the Vanguards down the field. Support Local Journalism (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), Villa Park cheerleaders wait for the game against El Modena to begin in Orange on Thursday, September 29, 2022. 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To them, it was noteworthy only because it was the second-to-last time they lost a game for three seasons. Steve Fryer covers high school sports at the Orange County Register. I hate to see it go, but you know it has to happen. @ElModenaHS @emfb_mitchell @cespybaseball . Scouting Report Adams completed his final six passes to finish with 68 yards passing and a touchdown. Went to Orange HS. Its tough love (to get ready for league and CIF).. People around here expect results, and they expect them quick. And most agree, replacing a successful coach is not always an easy thing to do. Im a coach that believes in technique and knowledge which allows one to go out and dominate. I couldnt believe what happened.. Sign In School Page; Team Page Schedule Roster Videos/Photos . Villa Park got points on its first possession. His career record at El Modena was 157-58-8. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), El Modena running back Owen Smith, center, pushes past the Villa Park defense for a big gain in a non-league football game in Orange on Thursday, September 29, 2022. .
El Modena Varsity Football (2022 - 2023) | Blast Athletics He writes a weekly column on the county high school sports scene and also covers games and writes features. While attending Vanguard University, Brandon also started his coaching career as an assistant football coach at El Modena High School in 2014. I have no industry certifications but I love the game of football especially the WR position. The Stallions have again played a strong schedule. The charges Snitzler is facing could result in a more than 10-year prison sentence, according to Rackauckas. His brother, Dave, an all-county offensive guard and the senior class president, said, It was comparable to the Raiders playing somebody like the New Orlean Saints.. Find trainers in your area While the program needs to increase its numbers and Henney wants to see improvement in the weight room, Henney also hopes those leading Dolphins of the future take their cues from these Class of 2022 seniors. The Vanguards finished with 209 yards rushing mostly behind left tackle Grant Walker, left guard Roman Lira, center Anthony Lopez, right guard Michael Anaya and Washington-committed right tackle Elishah Jackett. Twitter. With the final seconds ticking down in the half, El Modena connected a swing pass that looked destined for the end zone, but Dendiu stonewalled the Vanguard receiver at the 1-yard line. Orange Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunities for all students in all academic programs and school activities. Other coaches surely envy his staff, which includes 20-year assistants Glenn Lukenbill and Bob Radford, 18-year assistant Dale Arambel, 12-year assistants Pete Parker and Bill Backstrom, and 5-year assistant Al Clinton.
Dana Hills Football Pushes to Overtime at El Modena, Falls in First CIF 90 OT . Speaking of bad luck, the El Modena Vanguards--or the Ducks as their colorful coach prefers--actually had to absorb the majority of it. McWhinney, then only 25, took over for his former high school coach, Ernie Johnson. El Modena quarterback Xzavior Guess, center, sprints through a hole in the Villa Park defense in a non-league football game in Orange on Thursday, September 29, 2022. All of the ribbing that went on between the coaches before their games became known as The Ted and Bob Show., The aura surrounding our game and the fun of the challenge will be a little lost for us, Mullen said. Perhaps, running back Jim Torok paid him the ultimate compliment in 1981, when he said: Hes the best.
While the ride through the 2021 season was fun, getting off the train this early hurt for a stellar senior class that led the Dolphins to this spot. Zach is a multiple California Journalism Award winner and has covered sports in Orange County since 2013. Zach Cavanagh is the sports editor for Picket Fence Media. Kelly Bills is in his second season as Dixie State's offensive coordinator. At Kansas in 1980, he was named the Big Eight Conference newcomer of the year as a freshman. El Modena had to string together a 13-play drive to get back in front, 17-14, and the Dolphins responded on the next drive to tie the score, 17-17, on a 34-yard field goal by senior Kian Afrookhteh. Varsity Football He was in the inaugural class inducted into the Santa Ana Unified School District Sports Hall of Fame. "I think we're good," Mitchell said. El Modena football makes statement by sprinting, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), El Modena football makes statement by sprinting past San Juan Hills, Ryan Schoonmaker named football coach at Santa Ana, Frank McManus prepared himself for Mater Dei football coaching opportunity, Foothill girls water polo edges Orange Lutheran to win first CIF SoCal Regional title, Former Trabuco Hills football coach Jim Barnett, a three-time CIF champion, dies at age 76, Orange football loses another standout player in QB Hype Grand, Saturdays OC schedule for the basketball, soccer CIF SoCal Regional playoffs, Marina girls basketball earns its revenge against Gahr, advances to regional semifinals, Orange County girls water polo Top 10: Orange Lutheran finishes No. Black caught three passes for 84 yards. . After El Modena, Edison won 34 of its next 35 games, setting the record for the second-longest winning streak in Southern Section history at 32. New era of football begins at Mater Dei under coach Frank McManus. El Monte 17, Rio Hondo Prep 7. Advertising No one was hurt. I hated going to play at El Modena; I just never liked the place . They scored 49 points in a win over Foothill on Saturday, Oct. 8. But the pass play failed on the conversion. Former El Modena High School coach Michael James Snitzler, 26, was charged Wednesday with misdemeanor unlawful sexual intercourse and child annoyance following investigating by Orange police . David Melendez #64 OG Dylan Leslie Coaches View All Michael Myers Offensive Line Sean Fryer Coach Videos Elmo goes into Victory formation and will win the first round of the Playoffs 15-14 over Pasadena! Basically, I was the young guy coming in and I dont think they wanted to hurt the future. I will focus on technique and being efficient in and out of breaks. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @ZachCav and follow our sports coverage on Twitter @SouthOCSports. The drama at the school, located at 3900 block of E. Spring St., unfolded at 11 a.m. on April 23 when the Snitzler's brother -- who was inside the school with him -- called Orange police, Orange Sgt.
He then spent a year as a graduate assistant at Colorados Adams State College before moving to Duarte High to become head coach in 1963. Hes been like a second father to me., Said Lukenbill, an assistant: This is the end of an era and a lot of good times. Los Angeles, David Lindley, guitarist best known for work with Jackson Browne, dies at 78, With Marcus Morris sidelined, Clippers look to stabilize lineup and rotations, With their playoff lives at stake, Darvin Ham challenges Lakers effort and urgency, Lakers playoff hopes take another hit after comeback fades vs. Minnesota, Ducks strike with a pair of late power-play goals to defeat Canadiens, With Norman Powell out, Clippers are edged at Sacramento for fifth loss in a row. Lester began his coaching career at La Veta High in Colorado in 1956, where he spent four seasons before moving to Colorados Salido High for two years. It was a sensitive situation.. Although Edison built a 7-0 lead in the first quarter, the El Modena defense held the formidable Bell to just 10 yards rushing on six carries in the first half. The Dolphins got to their first CIF-SS playoff game in eight years by posting their best regular-season record since 2009 the last year Dana Hills won a playoff game. I have a passion for playing the WR position and you will get the very best from me. Its a tough act to follow.. McWhinney, who two weeks ago was hired to replace Jerry Howell as football coach at Foothill High School, accepted his first head coaching job 20 years ago at El Rancho High School in Pico Rivera. Coaches Contact List - Click Here UPDATED PHYSICALS INFORMATION 2022-2023: INFORMATION ON PHYSICALS Physical Examination Form Health History Form Lester had a kind of empty feeling. The Vanguards back-up quarterback, Rick Ledesma, had never thrown a pass in a varsity game.
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Elishah Jackett, El Modena, Offensive Tackle - 247Sports (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), Villa Park tight end Jeremiah Leftwich, left, reaches for the goal line to score a touchdown over El Modenas Ryan Holzgang in non-league football game in Orange on Thursday, September 29, 2022. El Modena HS Football Program. It seemed like Kerwin Bell scored four or five touchdowns, Frasco recalled. I just knew they favored Bill to come back.. El Modena's players approached it differently. Bill was a very popular coach here with the kids and the parents, Brown said. Casa de Tortuga Is Just Simply Crawling With Tortoises: 450 of Them. Los Angeles, David Lindley, guitarist best known for work with Jackson Browne, dies at 78. The rivalry wont be the same without him. El Modena HS Varsity Football. Foothill and El Modena have been going at it for about 35 years now, and the series is even, 17 wins apiece with three ties. Its not that it hasnt been a marvelous experience--it certainly has--but Im getting more selfish with my time. 26-year-old Michael James Snitzler, a Santa Ana resident, is a former El Modena High School varsity football coach. When Edisons Dino Bell fumbled the kick-off, El Modena simply held on to the ball for the victory. The Vanguards went to their ground game to toil through a 14-play, 91-yard, seven-minute drive to retake the lead, 10-7, in the second quarter, but not for long. Get important news and updates delivered straight to your inbox. I have a passion for playing the WR position and you will get the very best from me. And he wouldnt wish the experience on anyone. Offensive tackle Bob Korb is an engineer, and fullback Jose Gill is a criminal investigator. We were so damn scared of them. City News Service contributed to this report. Before the 1985 season began, Bob Lester, El Modena High School football coach, promised himself that this would be a kick-back kind of year--that he wasn't going to get too excited on. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), Villa Park wide receiver Josh Wilcox is hit by El Modenas Brodie Hitchens forcing a fumble that Wilcox is able to recover in a non-league football game in Orange on Thursday, September 29, 2022. Offensive Coordinator / Quarterbacks Coach. He was honored as a Jim Staunton Champion for Character by the CIF-Southern Section in 2017. In March, Snitzler was accused of engaging in a sexual relationship with the student, according to Rackauckas. Nothing cures more ills than success .
Fit to Be Tied - Los Angeles Times Coach is willing to travel up to 50 miles, Qualified Private Coach The Vanguards Mayson Hitchens had two catches for 44 yards, one of them a reception of a short pass over the middle that he turned into a 38-yard gain by bowling over three defenders. Mark that as the first major accomplishment in the Henney's tenure as head coach. In the first quarter, Kellys first touchdown pass to Black was a 68-yard screen pass that put the Dolphins ahead, 7-3, four plays after El Modenas opening field goal. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), El Modena running back Owen Smith (5) almost breaks away from San Juan Hills defensive back Isaiah Bennett who pushes him out of bounds in a non-league football game in San Juan Capistrano on Friday, September 23, 2022. Varsity Football Chris Dunham Oct 22 Elmo warming up for Brea-Olinda! Bell did get back in stride in the second half, finishing with two touchdowns and a total of 134 yards rushing. When the Dolphins last sniffed playoff contention in 2019, they were fighting for a spot in Division 12. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Email at zcavanagh@picketfencemedia.com. 2 years Defensive Back, Punt Returner, Kick Returner. El Modena never led Edison until 4:52 remained and flanker Kurt Adams scored on a nine-yard run. However, with wins over rival Aliso Niguel, dominance of Pacific Valley League opponents and a strong showing in the Pacific Hills League, Dana Hills pushed up to Division 5. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer), El Modena running back Owen Smith, left, runs along the sideline for more yardage as he is chased by San Juan Hills defensive back Isaiah Bennett on a pass play in a non-league football game in San Juan Capistrano on Friday, September 23, 2022. No. Their opponents took a combined record of 20-2 into Friday.
El Modena football overpowers Santa Ana with its running game