freshman

There’s only one returning player, Allyson Tan, but plenty of freshmen and sophomores, which is challenging but invigorating for Kiernan, known as a great teacher of the game.

As a freshman at La Mirada High, Lemon made an impact on both sides of the ball — as a receiver and cornerback.

Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola is out for the season with a broken leg, forcing the team to turn to a true freshman who was throwing passes for Orange Lutheran High this time last year.

Both finding opportunities to get on the field as redshirt freshmen — and both making the most of those opportunities.

JSerra has a group of freshmen who have lived up to expectations as future stars.