Star Senior Players

Quarterback Carter Naranjo takes a moment to survey the field as WC struggles to regain momentum. (Photo by Mariah Varnado)

Carter Naranjo

Senior captain and 3-year starter at quarterback who has earned his spot rightfully. When he was a sophomore starting as quarterback, he had 167 passing yards along with 127 rushing yards. As a junior, he had a total of 17 touchdowns, with 14 rushing touchdowns. Now, as a senior only 6 games in, he has a total of 17 touchdowns, 182 passing yards, and 838 rushing yards.

"Carter has impacted me over the last 2 years by [always] being a good, supportive teammate," junior Lucas Wheat said.

(Photo by Jason Thunberg)

Ean Arizmendi

Senior captain Ean Arizmendi, a 4-year starter at offensive line, has incredible footwork and the ability to read defenses, and has never let up a sack, according to Carter Naranjo. Unfortunately, Arizmendi fell to injury mid-season with a broken fibula.

"One of the toughest guys on the field that I have looked up to since the start of my high school football career is Ean Arizmendi. Every single practice he has pushed me physically and mentally to be a tougher football player. After his injury a few weeks ago, I knew I had big shoes to fill. I will forever remember how much Ean had influenced me and many others," junior Lincoln Jerffery said.

Roman Zolota, a junior, finishes a solid run during the first quarter. (Photo by Leslie Fireman)

Roman Zolota

Senior captain Roman Zolota has been a crucial part of the team not only defensively but also offensively. His sophomore year, being his first official year on Varsity, he had a total of 5 sacks and 38 total tackles. This year so far, Zolota has had 3 sacks, 35 tackles, and 52 rushing yards.

"Roman Zolota is a key piece to their success. As a linebacker, he is a staple in the defense," Zeitler said. "He is always at practice ready to get better."

Sophomore David Weber awaits direction from junior Tommy Murphy. (Photo by Emily Ziajor)

David Weber

Senior captain David Weber has been a star component of the Wildcat defense, being a middle linebacker and wing. This year alone, Weber has 1 interception, 22 total tackles, and 2 forced fumbles.

"David is a great leader on and off the field. [He is] really like an older brother to me. He really took me under his wing when I was a freshman and helped me develop my game to where it is today. He's a great player and friend," junior Geoffery Fleming said.

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