Prep Football

* What: Orange County North-South Prep All-Star Game

* When: Friday, 7:15 p.m.

* Where: Orange Coast College, 2701 Fairview Rd., Costa Mesa

* Basics: The North, coached by John Turek of Troy, features Orange Lutheran quarterback Jason Whieldon, one of the most prolific passers in county history, and La Habra running back Josh Herrera, who rushed for 2,088 yards last season. The South, coached by Scott Orloff of Dana Hills, features Mater Dei defensive back Matt Grootegoed, who’s headed to USC. Players and coaches were selected by members of the Orange County Sportswriters Assn. The North leads the series, 20-17-3. The South won last year’s game, 24-7.

* Tickets: $7 pre-sale and $8 at the game. Pre-sale tickets available during practices (the North practices at Troy High from 5:30-7:30 p.m. today; the South at Dana Hills High from 5-7:30 p.m.) and from players, coaches, the Orange County Youth Foundation and the Brea Lions Club.

* Information: (714) 529-5658