Football: Garfield, Roosevelt coaches talk about their teams
Coaches talk about the season ahead
Saturday’s City Section coaches’ meeting provided an opportunity to talk to lots of coaches about their football teams as they prepare to start official practices on Monday.
First up is a conversation with Eastern League rivals Garfield and Roosevelt.
Garfield has become a lot stronger athleticially, led by receiver Cleo Session, quarterback Stevie Williams and defensive back Marquis Williams. Junior linebacker Joseph Silva is coming off a huge sophomore season.
Roosevelt will be relying on a veteran offensive line and is moving Sammy Hernandez to quarterback.
Garfield opens on the road against San Clemente on Aug. 29. Roosevelt plays at Fairfax on Aug. 28.
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