MaxPreps Preseason High School Football Top 25: No. 23 Servite

By Zack Poff Jun 15, 2020, 1:00pm

Troy Thomas has Friars back as one of Southern California's marquee programs.

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Head coach: Troy Thomas

Last season: 7-4, not ranked
Head coach Troy Thomas
Head coach Troy Thomas
File photo by Terry Jack
Key Players



WR | 6-3 | 185 | Jr.
The top-rated player in California and No. 1 wide receiver from the Class of 2022.

QB | 5-10 | 170 | Jr.
Threw for nearly 3,000 yards and 37 touchdowns as a sophomore playing against the country's best competition.

ATH | 6-5 | 215 | Jr.
The former JSerra Catholic (San Juan Capistrano, Calif.) star is a huge addition for the Friars.

CB | 5-11 | 165 | Sr.
The 3-star cornerback is one of the most versatile defensive backs in California and also makes an impact on offense.

LB | 6-0 | 210 | Sr.
Led the team in tackles (81) in 2019 and is one of the most underrated players in the state.
Quarterback Noah Fifita
Quarterback Noah Fifita
File photo by Jann Hendry
Notable Games

Aug. 28 — vs. Mission Viejo



Sept. 17 — vs. Liberty (Peoria, Ariz.) at St. John Bosco High School (Bellflower, Calif.)
*Trinity League vs. USA Showcase

Oct. 9 — at No. 3 St. John Bosco (Bellflower)

Oct. 16 — vs. No. 2 Mater Dei (Santa Ana)

Oct. 23 — at JSerra Catholic (San Juan Capistrano)
Receiver Tetairoa McMillan
Receiver Tetairoa McMillan
File photo by Jann Hendry
Summary

Servite returns a load of talent from last season's 7-4 team — most from the Class of 2022. A one-point loss to eventual national champion St. John Bosco showed the program is back to compete with Southern California's best. Do not be surprised if they pose a threat to Mater Dei and the Braves in the Trinity League within the next two seasons.