A crosstown rivalry matchup between Dos Pueblos and San Marcos headlines Week 8 local prep football action as the playoff race enters its final laps. The
The receiver made headlines Friday with his decision to end his career at Calabasas midway through his senior year. Butler says he realized it was time to focus entirely on playing college football for a coach who has a strong connection to his family.
CAT’S CRADLE At left, Newbury Park High freshman quarterback Brady Smigiel threw 46 touchdown passes this season. The fun is over, for now. Newbury Park High’s football team, with a rookie head coach and a rookie quarterback, dazzled Acorn country fans this season. The Panthers’ wild ride ended with a 49- 28 loss Nov. 11
PLAYOFF FEVER Clockwise from left, Calabasas High football athlete Aaron Butler, Oak Park running back Rowan Heidt, Calabasas quarterback Alonzo Contreras and Oak Park quarterback Kadyn Parr helped their teams battle in the CIF-Southern Section Division 6 playoffs. Calabasas will play in the semifinals this week. Photos by RICHARD GILLARD Acorn Newspapers The Coyotes can