Crespi Excessive stays the one soccer workforce in San Fernando Valley historical past to win a Southern Part Division 1 championship. It occurred in 1986 when a sophomore working again named Russell White lifted the Celts to victory within the championship sport over St. john Bosco.
Crespi coach Brad Vonnahme was employed in December 2022 after an 0-10 season. Then got here seasons of 2-8 and 5-6.
Final week, the Celts, beneath the management and abilities of sophomore quarterback Chase Curren, defeated Gardena 34-0. He handed for 236 yards and three touchdowns.
“Chase has a very talented arm,” Vonnahme mentioned. “He did some really good things in the first game. He’s on the right track.”
Subsequent up is Golden Valley on Friday within the Celts’ residence opener.
“I believe we’re headed in the right direction,” Vonnahme mentioned. “As a coach, you’re always evaluating. We’re headed where we want to be. I’m hoping when the season is done, it’s another leap forward.”
A mixture of promising sophomores and a few proficient seniors has Crespi hoping for extra enchancment this season. Senior defensive linemen James Moffat and Somto Nwude began final week with dominant performances.