GETTING HIS KICKS- Highlander punter Nick Eldridge will play a critical role on special teams this season. The Marmonte League has no

clear-cut favorite on the gridiron.

On the following pages, the Simi Valley Acorn breaks down each of

the league's eight contenders

IMPACT GUY- Langston Jackson leads the SVHS ground game. STANDOUT- Royal senior Jake Mittel is a ball-hawking safety. TIGHT RACE- Simi Valley quarterback Tim Ferralli continues to battle Jared Zahorik for the starting job.