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L.A. Roosevelt lineman is making noise

September 21, 2009 | 12:51 pm

Offensive linemen don't receive a lot of attention, unless they're called for a holding penalty. But L.A. Roosevelt senior offensive tackle Ramon Barraza is generating excitement by the way he's blocking.

"He's doing a fantastic job," Coach Javier Cid said. "He's smashing linebackers. He puts them on their back."

Barraza has helped Roosevelt to a 3-0 start. Another important contributor has been junior running back Jesse Lira, who rushed for 186 yards in a 27-13 victory over L.A. Wilson.

"He's the most improved player," Cid said.

-- Eric Sondheimer


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