OCVarsity preview for the 2015 season:
ORANGE LUTHERAN LANCERS
Coach: Chuck Petersen
Last season: 4-6 overall, 0-5 league
Scouting report: Young teams lose close games to quality oppontents, which Lutheran was and did last year. Veteran teams win close games against quality opponents, which Lutheran is and can do this year. The Lancers return seven starters on what could be a high-scoring offense, including playmaking quarterback Lj Northington. The offensive line is big and quick. On defense, Lutheran has potential All-County players all over the field, including defensive end Travis Yates and defensive tackle Scean Mustin Special teams can make a difference in the close game. Lutheran’s Jerry Fitschen is one of the county’s better kickers and punters.
Bottom line: This could be one of the more improved teams in the county, with a playoff berth likely and a league championship possible.
Players to watch: Logan Bathke, OL, Sr.; Jerry Fitschen, K/P, Sr.; Austin Liles, WR, Jr.; Brandon McKinney, DB, Jr.; Lj Northington, QB, Sr.
Contact the writer: sfryer@ocregister.com
