A New Era in Poly Football

The Poly football team held its annual Spring Football Game on Friday, May 16 at the Poly football field.

A crowd of around 500 spectators filled the bleachers, eager to watch the new football team display their skills. This year marks the departure of several football figures, most notably USC-bound John “JuJu” Smith and esteemed coach Raul Lara, who led the Jackrabbits to multiple league and CIF championships.

However, it also marks a new era in Poly football history, one with new head coach Antonio Pierce at its helm. The “Green and Gold” game featured a new football team, one that includes seasoned veterans and rising players.

It was evident that next years’ team possessed unlimited potential, showing a lot of depth and talent from its newcomers, like sophomores Micah Croom and Jackie Jones. The new players surely compensated for the hole left by the college-bound seniors, and have a chance of surpassing their accomplishments with determination and grit. Split into two teams, the Poly football team showcased its versatility and adeptness on the field.

The event also comprised of passing league style games, various food trucks, and the presence of noteworthy Poly alumni. Snoop Dogg was on hand to watch the game, much to the crowd’s excitement. Other alumni present include Pro Bowler Marcedes Lewis and a dozen former CIF football players. In addition, several scouts came to visit, representing Stanford, USC, and Boise State, to name a few. Overall, the entire event was a fun-filled, exciting spectacle for students, teachers, and parents alike.

“I certainly had an amazing time watching the game and participating in all of the activities. The game was fun to watch, and the team looks extremely strong and capable of winning a championship. My favorite part was meeting Snoop Dogg, however,” said junior Irene Ear.

The Jackrabbits will officially enter season in late August, facing off against Crenshaw at Mission Viejo on August 30.