Crespi Celts: Division 6 Southern Section football preview
Crespi is hoping its young core comes together this season to make a run at a berth in the Division 6 playoffs. Here's an inside look at the 2019 Celts.
Links: Crespi team page | 2019 schedule | Roster
2018 IN REVIEW
Overall record: 3-7 (0-3 in the Angelus League).
HEAD COACH
Dameon Porter is entering his second season as Crespi’s head coach. He is also the offensive coordinator.
TOP PLAYERS
WR Chance Tucker, 6’1”, 160, Jr.
HB/WR Jackson White, 6’4”, 222, Sr.
QB Blake Adams, 6’2”, 195, Sr.
DB Chance Tucker, 6’1”, 160, Jr.
S Taylor Evans, 5’11”, 180, Sr.
MLB Jeremiah Alemayehu, 6’0”, 190, Sr.
OUTLOOK
Last season was a rough go for Crespi in the very competitive Angelus League. That said, they were a ridiculously young team with a new head coach. In terms of experience, last year actually set a great foundation, given that 18 starters are returning. This season, Crespi has a good mix of youth and experience, and is poised to take a big step forward.
Blake Adams is expected to start at quarterback, and the coaches have high hopes for him. Jackson White will be a featured option at halfback and wide receiver. Also lining up at receiver is athletic two-way force Chance Tucker.
Defensively, Tucker (DB) headlines a long list of returners who are ready to improve as individuals and as a unit. Joining him in the secondary is safety Taylor Evans. Standout MLB Jeremiah Alemayehu leads a young defensive front with numerous prospects. White plays defensive end, and backers Nicholas Garcia and Jack Valdez should have a big impact.
After one season, coach Porter already loves the positive-mindset culture that the Celts embody in his program. That mindset seems like it would foster a huge jump across the board. If the leap is big enough, they could find themselves in playoff contention.
