When: Friday 7:30 p.m.
Where: Austin-St. Michael’s
Records: Season opener for both
Last Meeting: St. Michael’s 35, Lehman 13 (2010)
What they’re saying: “This could be a season to remember, but it starts now.” - Lehman head coach Steve Davis
St. Michael’s Offense: Spread
St. Michael’s Defense: 4-3
Lehman Offense: Multiple
Lehman Defense: 4-2-5
Players To Watch: Lehman – QB Matt Anguiano, WR/DE Matt Riojas, LB Jon Frazier, RB Levi Medley, LB/RB Charles Williams, WR Jaylon Hardaway, OL Kenny Higgins, OL Ethan Martin, TE Julio Besa
Players To Watch: St. Michael’s – QB Cameron Waites, WR Bryce Peters, WR Luke Bohmfalk, DB Tanner Coffey, LB Vinnie Whitenight, WR Clarence Guerrero
Intangibles: Lehman had big expectations going into its season opener last year against private school Austin-St. Michael’s, but the Crusaders snuck up on the Lobos in a 35-13 win. St. Michael’s went on to lose in the state semifinals, so the Lobos should be ready for a tough challenge again Friday night. Lehman coaches and players are predicting this will be the best season yet for the Lobos, with a run at the playoffs on the horizon. That winning attitude and confidence will need to carry over into Friday night and the rest of the non-district season if Lehman wants to prove to its district foes it’s ready for a postseason push.
Free Press Prediction: Lehman 20, St. Michael’s 14
