Kickoff 2010: Capistrano Valley Christian Eagles

Last season record:

4-4, 2-3 (T-3rd Express League, 8 Man)

Postseason:

2006, lost to Whittier Christian, 62-20, in Northeast Division first round

Coach:

Chris Fore (5^th season, 13-25)

Home stadium:

San Clemente HS

Outlook:

The Eagles return leading rusher Phillip Wilhelm (772 yards in 2009) and all three of their starting offensive linemen. Brazilian Ricardo Simoes is a newcomer to watch and could bolster the ground attack. Landon Melzer didn’t play last season but takes over at quarterback. Most of the team’s top players will also play defense. The Eagles hope to carry about 20 players. They have 10 seniors but no juniors. Freshman Sam Sukut is a talented quarterback prospect but is playing wide out and defensive back. With their ground game and senior leadership, the Eagles could contend for a top-two spot in the Express League.

Starters:

See Capistrano Valley Christian's starting players for the 2010 season.

Factoid:

The Eagles play their first three opponents – San Jacinto Valley, Upland Christian and Hope Centre – at San Clemente. They play at defending Express champion Avalon on Oct. 23.

See the 2010 football previews for other O.C. small schools.