Western (8-1, 4-0) vs. Brea Olinda (7-2, 4-0)

7 TONIGHT BREA OLINDA HIGH

Western doesn’t have a runner among the county’s top 30 in rushing yardage this season, but the Pioneers could be the most dangerous team on the ground, amassing more than 2,700 yards. Brea Olinda has won the last three Orange League titles but lacks the athleticism and experience that defined those teams. One player that could make a difference for the Wildcats is quarterback Steve Stagnaro, who has plenty of big-game experience. The Pioneers haven’t beaten Brea Olinda in four years or won a league title in five, so there will be plenty of motivation in that locker room.

KEY PLAYERS

Western

RB David Gober

836 yards, 23 TDs

FB Rodney Eason

757 yards, 7.3 avg.

QB Mike Hicks

416 rushing yards

Brea Olinda

RB Manuel Gutierrez

725 yards, 8 TDs

QB Steve Stagnaro

1,497 yards, 16 TDs, 3 ints.

WR Brandon Nicholson

19 rec., 341 yards, 4 TDs