PREP FOOTBALL ’94 / ORANGE LEAGUE : Western

1993 RECORDS

OVERALL: 8-4-1

LEAGUE: 3-2

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COACH: Jim Howell

RECORD AT SCHOOL: 80-79-4

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RETURNING STARTERS

OFF: 1

DEF: 7

TOP RETURNERS OFF DEF YR David Bell, 6-1, 180 K LB Jr. Vince Branstetter, 6-2, 205 TE DL Jr. Josh Burdett, 6-1, 205 RB LB Jr. Juan Carrillo, 5-8, 160 -- DB Sr. Eddie Corral, 5-11, 230 OL DL Sr. Hector Escobar, 5-7, 150 WR DB Sr. Matt Frembling, 6-2, 215 FB LB Sr. David Gibbs, 6-1, 190 OL DL Sr. Damian Guerrero, 6-0, 200 OL DL Sr. Frank Schwab, 5-11, 185 OL DL Sr. Justin Starkey, 5-11, 185 RB LB Sr. Chris Osterguard, 5-8, 160 RB LB Sr. Greg Wofford, 5-10, 230 OL DL Sr.

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TOP NEWCOMERS OFF DEF YR Corey Apodaca, 5-10, 190 OL DL Sr. Dean Chambers, 5-11, 190 QB -- Jr. Chris Oropeza, 5-11, 170 WR LB Jr.

OUTLOOK

Had it not been for a tough Whittier defense, the Southern Section Division VI title game would have been a showcase for the league. Western lost to eventual runner-up Whittier, 24-12, in the semifinals. That loss, however, did not diminish a season replete with success. Western is again a serious league title contender. Although the Pioneers are strong and talented, there are many questions about the offense. Howell must find a triggerman, following the graduation of standout quarterback Brandon Brennan. Chambers might get the call. Although inexperienced, he possesses the skills needed to lead. Defensively, Howell has less to worry about. Starkey was a first-team all-league selection last season and is eager to run into the opposition. Bell can kick with the county’s best.

SCHEDULE

September 9 vs. Loara at Glover Stadium; 16 vs. Cypress; 24 vs. Rancho Alamitos; 30 at Downey Warren.

October 7 vs. Katella at Glover Stadium; 14 at Brea-Olinda; 21 vs. Magnolia at Glover Stadium; 28 vs. Anaheim.

November 4 vs. Valencia; 11 vs. Savanna.