1. My picker for O.C. player to watch is … Conner Manning, El Toro. I know that's an easy pick, but after a six-interception night last week, all eyes will be on Manning to see how he bounces back this week as the Chargers face Santa Margarita.
ARMANDO BROWN, FOR THE REGISTER; TEXT BY DAMIAN CALHOUN, OCVARSITY.COM
Welcome to the playoffs.
After a 10-week prep course, it is finally time for the final exams. If you're not ready, then you better fake it until you make it.
The goal is simple: Survive and advance ... and the other goal: to practice on Thanksgiving.
Are you ready? I am.. Read Calhoun Countdown to Week 1 of the playoffs ...