OFFENSE
Selections based on high school performances only
Dano Graves Quarterback Folsom 2009
As a junior, Graves shattered regional records with 66 total touchdowns as a dual threat, obliterating marks by all-time area greats.
James Montgomery Running back Cordova 2005
This major recruit was next in a long line of Lancer legends; set school rushing records for a storied program as a breakaway threat.
Devontae Butler Running back Grant 2009
Two-year varsity totals are among the greatest in Northern California history: 4,734 yards, 81 touchdowns; ran hard, ran fast, ran determined.
Seyi Ajirotutu Wide receiver Oak Ridge 2004 
Bee Player of Year in 2004 helped Trojans win three consecutive D-II section titles with great speed, including on defense and special teams.
Tony Kays Wide receiver Elk Grove 2001 
The one "name" player on an otherwise no-name, unsung, gritty offense that keyed a 14-0 section title team; set receiving marks at UC Davis.
Louie Stanfill Tight end Jesuit 2002 
The Bee's Defensive Player of the Year as a senior was equally as impressive as a tight end as an all-time Marauders performer.
Matt Traverso Tight end Christian Brothers 2001 
A player for any era with great hands, feet, strength – and was a leader who also had personality; went on to play at Stanford.
Matt Kopa Offensive lineman Elk Grove 2004 
Was a major recruit as a D-lineman, too; landed at Stanford, where he's played on both sides of the ball; could be NFL first-round pick.
Kenny Wiggins Offensive lineman Elk Grove 2005
A product of the Dave Hoskins-coached pipeline of guard and tackle excellence, Wiggins has enjoyed a stellar career at Fresno State.
The Miners have produced many mighty mite guards and tackles, but Dever was a mighty big recruit for Notre Dame, where he still competes.
Devan Cunningham Offensive lineman Grant 2006
As large as he was proud, as powerful as he was humble and friendly, Cunningham is still an impact player – now at Fresno State.
Christian Tupou Offensive lineman Grant 2006
A monster two-way talent who helped key a 13-0 team in 2006; has had a very productive career at USC on the defensive line.
Nick Huppe Kicker Del Oro 2005
Great range, superb on touchbacks and could kick in a pinch, including making winning field goal to beat Rocklin in a D-II title game.
Ryan Dimino All-purpose player Del Campo 2009
Three-year starter set state quarterback rushing records as a senior but wowed most foes with his instincts and hitting ability as a linebacker.
Sammie Stroughter Return specialist Granite Bay 2003 
Could stretch teams as a wide receiver, flyback or on returns. He went on to excel at Oregon State; now with Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
DEFENSE
Player / Position / School / Most recent year played
Sean Nill Defensive lineman Laguna Creek 2008
Three-year starter was a load on both sides of the ball for his dad/coach Mark, and school's best team; as classy as he was dominant.
Vei Moala Defensive lineman Grant 2009
Already deemed nation's top defensive lineman recruit now as a junior; was unblockable for teams that went 14-0 and 12-1; all smiles off field.
Andrew Jackson Defensive lineman Nevada Union 2005 
The Bee's Defensive Player of the Year keyed dominating march to section D-I title; has been just as good at Fresno State as OL.
Armond Armstead Defensive lineman Pleasant Grove 2007
The area's No. 1 recruit that season keyed breakout season for new Eagles; continues to shine at USC despite injury-filled career.
Bill Sherman Defensive lineman Del Oro 2005
Dominated lines for years, including 2005 for unbeaten, state-ranked Golden Eagles team that might be the best in school history.
Spencer Havner Linebacker Nevada Union 2000 
Stud as tight end who especially hammered foes as a linebacker; four-year LB starter at UCLA has had nice season back at TE for Packers.
Ryan Coulson Linebacker Elk Grove 2005
All-Metro selection is an all-time Thundering Herd defensive great with 297 tackles in two varsity seasons. Now a Nevada defensive end.
Terrance Pritchett Linebacker Grant 2006
Two-time All-Metro performer was the Pacers' defensive leader for a 13-0 team of 2006 that some consider the area's best ever.
Manase Hopoi Linebacker Valley 2000
Terrorized offenses his senior season and parlayed that into a stellar Pacific-10 Conference career at Washington as a defensive lineman.
Alan Darlin Linebacker Laguna Creek 2003 
Set school tackling records and was just as brutish and effective on offense; major recruit landed at Oregon State.
Syd Thompson Defensive back Grant 2004
All-Metro pick used his terrific speed and cover skills to shut down foes; also a superb running back; has excelled in secondary for Cal.
Isaiah Frey Defensive back Jesuit 2007 
Playmaker on offense with 20 touchdowns was even more difficult to deal with as a major defensive recruit; has played well at Nevada.
Vince Mays Defensive back Johnson 2001
Keyed Warriors' last great team to date; introduced himself to refs as a leader, then dominated at running back; State DB of Year winner.
Matt Logue Defensive back Bear River 2001
Could play anywhere defensively for his dad/coach Terry, and clobbered foes accordingly; enjoyed great LB career at Sacramento State.
Richard Watson Defensive back Grant 2000 
One of the Pacers' all-time greats is also one of the program's all-time classy leaders; could block, catch, tackle; Bee Player of Year in 2000.
Where in the world is AUSTIN COLLIE in all of this!?!?!
ReplyDeleteAustin Collie was The Bee's Player of the Decade. Not sure why whomever cut and pasted this didn't mention that.
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