CLOSER LOOK: Hillcrest’s Reyez Ortiz
Take a closer look at Hillcrest senior Reyez Ortiz and you’ll see an individual unwilling to sit on last season’s success. One of the Inland area’s top running backs this season, Ortiz pounded the rock as the Trojans (2-0 overall, 0-0 Sunbelt League) kept the good early-season vibes going with a big victory over Vista … Continue reading
CLOSER LOOK: Norco’s Julian Medina
Take a closer look at Norco senior Julian Medina and you’ll see a leader looking for the recognition he deserves. Medina, already Norco’s single-season passing leader, threw for five touchdowns as the Cougars (1-0 overall, 0-0 Big West Upper) opened the 2026 season with a blowout victory over Roosevelt on Friday, Aug. 21. The 5-foot-10, … Continue reading
CLOSER LOOK: Cajon’s Philander Lee
Take a closer look at San Bernardino Cajon senior Philander Lee and you’ll see a big smile and a very powerful individual. Lee rushed for the season’s first touchdown – a direct snap from 8 yards out – and wreaked havoc at the line of scrimmage on defense for the Cowboys (1-0 overall, 0-0 Citrus … Continue reading
