Football: Eagle Rock is emerging as a top team in City Section Division II

While San Fernando and Symar have been considered the early favorites to win City Section Division II, don’t forget about Eagle Rock. The Eagles are 5-0 and have routed Jefferson, South Pasadena, Torres, Temple City and La Canada.

They begin Northern League play on Friday against Franklin.

The defense has been particularly impressive, led by two-time All-City defensive back Paul Gandara, who has four interceptions, including a 105-yard interception return for a touchdown. Juan Luna has returned two fumbles for touchdowns, including a 96-yarder.

Quarterback Vince Loera is the rarest of the rare _ he’s also a starting middle linebacker. He has passed for 10 touchdowns. Eagle Rock has been givien a big lift by the play of sophomore running back Mike Soracco, who has rushed for 642 yards and scored 11 touchdowns.

Receiver Nick Jovanelly has been a big-play weapon.

So hold off on those predictions of a Sylmar-San Fernando rematch in the Division II final. Somebody is going to have to get past Eagle Rock first.
Eric.sondheimer@latimes.com