Sunflowerfootball has released the preseason power rankings and has the following to say about the Leavenworth Pioneers ...... 10. Leavenworth Head Coach: Mark Littrell (One year at Leavenworth, 3-7; and 74-40 overall) Last season: 3-7, Regionals Outlook: This upcoming fall has a great chance to be the best season in Leavenworth football history. By dropping to Class 5A, the Pioneers also dropped out of the East 6A gauntlet, and were awarded what should be a very easy district for playoff qualification. On top of that, they return a solid core of players from a season ago. Third-year starting quarterback Landry Hodges (6-1, 190) passed for 847 yards and six touchdowns in 2013, and looks primed for a a big senior year. His top returning target, Isaiah Ross (5-11, 180), will be arguably the leagues top receiver, and certainly one of its most dynamic playmakers. The Pioneers return talented starter Alex Mendoza (6-3, 225) along the offensive line which will help with continuity. On defense, middle linebacker Anthony Hunt (5-10, 220) returns along with Juwann Potts (5-10, 165) and Ross, to create a formidable trio. Also, in the special teams game, Jake Boyce (6-2, 190) is going to compete for top honors among the leagues kickers. Concerns: It wont be easy replacing elite running back Jason Randall, a four-year starter who graduated this spring, or the Donnelson Twins who were major contributors on offense and defense. Projected record: 4-5 Key game: 9/19 Olathe Northwest The Pioneers should win all three of their district games, but the Sunflower League portion of their schedule is tough. A win here would probably lock in at least a four-win regular season.
Posted on: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 22:05:16 +0000
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