DAILY NEWS ALL-AREA FOOTBALL
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Richard Wesley, Sierra Canyon, Senior
From the first game of the season, it was evident that defensive end Richard Wesley was on a mission — to wreck any opposing offensive line he faced.
Double and even triple teams couldn’t stop Wesley this season, who used his strength, speed and agility to get to the opposing quarterback for a total of 8.5 sacks and 10 quarterback hurries. He was a tackling machine, adept at getting to running backs before they could get out of the backfield.
But it’s not just about the stats for the Texas commit. His presence on the line was such a factor that it opened avenues for his teammates to dominate defensively.
Sierra Canyon totaled 106 tackles for loss and 44.5 sacks as a team. The Trailblazers secured five shutout victories on the season and allowed a combined 43 total points in 10 games in the regular season.
While loaded with talent across the board, Wesley was the catalyst for a Sierra Canyon defense that crushed its opposition.
He even scored his first and only offensive touchdown in his high school football career, taking a designed run for 23 yards to the house in the team’s season opener.
“I told one of the assistant coaches, ‘Are we ever going to run this play?’” Wesley said after the season opener against Oaks Christian. “I probably envisioned that play happening 50 times. I practiced celebrations at home. That was a surreal moment.”
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OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Brian Bonner, Valencia, Senior
Valencia was the cream of the crop in the Foothill League for nearly two decades, led by head coach Larry Muir. The program featured a bevy of highly-skilled players who came through.
There was a two-year lull in 2021 and 2022 where the Vikings didn’t finish atop the Foothill League. Then a sophomore running back, Brian Bonner, came along in 2023 who helped Valencia return to the top. He has been a stalwart ever since.
In his senior campaign, Bonner rushed for 1,051 yards (averaging over 100 yards per game) and 13 touchdowns. He caught 18 passes for 525 yards and five touchdowns. He had a handful of multi-touchdown games.
Brian Bonner of Valencia runs for a touchdown against Palos Verdes during a CIF-Southern Section Division 3 playoff football game at Valencia High School in Valencia on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer) Brian Bonner (34) carries the ball for Valencia during a game against Golden Valley at Canyon High School in Canyon Country on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Valencia High School’s Brian Bonner Aug. 16, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Valencia running back Brian Bonner and head coach Larry Muir pose for a photo at Bonner’s signing day ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, at Valencia High School. (Photo by Valencia football) Brian Bonner of Valencia is on his way to scoring a touchdown against Palos Verdes during a CIF-Southern Section Division 3 playoff football game at Valencia High School in Valencia on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer) Valencia’s Brian Bonner (34) carries the ball against Golden Valley in a game at Canyon High School in Canyon Country on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 6Brian Bonner of Valencia runs for a touchdown against Palos Verdes during a CIF-Southern Section Division 3 playoff football game at Valencia High School in Valencia on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer) ExpandWhen it came to league play, Bonner absolutely dominated, helping lead Valencia to the Foothill League crown and a CIF Southern Section Division 2 playoff berth.
The senior tailback recently signed with Washington at a school ceremony where Muir spoke about Bonner’s importance to the program.
“Brian Bonner has done an outstanding job representing Valencia High School over the last four years,” Muir said. “He’s been a great football player and an outstanding person on our campus and we wish him nothing but the best with the Washington Huskies. He’s gonna do great things at the University of Washington and continue representing Valencia High School (and) the Santa Clarita Valley in the Big Ten Conference.”
COACH OF THE YEAR
Tom Coate, Grace
The Grace football team, once a football powerhouse, had its season canceled in 2021. In disarray, the Lancers turned to Tom Coate, who helped rebuild the program from the ground up.
The next two seasons, Grace played 8-man football. Under Coate’s leadership, the Lancers returned to 11-man football, and returned to their winning ways.
Grace head football coach Tom Coate calls to his team as they face Morse in the CIF State Regional 6-A Bowl game at Moorpark College Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Grace head football coach Tom Coate talks to his team after they were defeated by Morse High School in the CIF State Regional 6-A Bowl game at Moorpark College Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 2Grace head football coach Tom Coate calls to his team as they face Morse in the CIF State Regional 6-A Bowl game at Moorpark College Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) ExpandGrace won the CIF Southern Section Division 12 championship this year, defeating Santa Paula 48-16 in the title game. The Lancers went 11-4, which included a berth in the state Division 6-A championship game.
The Lancers had just 28 players on their roster this season.
“This is absolutely the highlight of my coaching career,” Coate said earlier this season. “But these kids make me look good. They’re always together. They genuinely love each other.”
FIRST TEAM OFFENSE
QB: Gavin Gray, Agoura, Sr.
222 of 342 passing, 3,520 yards, 45 TDs, 230 rushing yards, 2 rushing TDs
Agoura Hills quarterback Gavin Gray recovers the ball from a wild snap as they take on Calabasas during Friday night football in Agoura, Sept 12, 2025. (Photo by Gene Blevins, Contributing Photographer) Agoura quarterback Gavin Gray had 304 yards passing and five touchdowns in the Chargers’ 42-14 win over Fillmore on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. (Photo by Colin Beazley) Show Caption1 of 2Agoura Hills quarterback Gavin Gray recovers the ball from a wild snap as they take on Calabasas during Friday night football in Agoura, Sept 12, 2025. (Photo by Gene Blevins, Contributing Photographer) ExpandRB: Deshonne Redeaux, Oaks Christian, Sr.
Marmonte League Offensive RB of the Year, 1,447 rushing yards, 15 TDs, 160 receiving yards, TD
Oaks Christian football player Deshonne Redeaux during the 2025 Marmonte League Football Media Day Aug. 8, 2025 in Westlake Village, CA.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Chaminade defenders bring down Oaks Christian’s Deshonne Redeaux (4) in a football game at oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Oaks Christian’s Deshonne Redeaux (4) carries the ball against Sierra Canyon during their football game at Oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Oaks Christian’s Deshonne Redeaux (4) gains yards as he gets by Santa Margarita’s Leki Holani (44) during their game at Oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village on Friday, Sep. 12, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Oaks Christian’s Deshonne Redeaux (4) tries to get by La Habra’s Bobby Brooks (5) during their CIF-SS Div. 4 semifinal game at Oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 5Oaks Christian football player Deshonne Redeaux during the 2025 Marmonte League Football Media Day Aug. 8, 2025 in Westlake Village, CA.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Expand View this post on Instagram
RB: Ty Hall, Saugus, Sr.
Foothill League first team offense, 1,273 rushing yards, 18 TDs, 176 receiving yards, TD
Calabasas’ Nathaniel Castaneda (44) and Matt Long tackle Saugus’ Ty Hall during Friday’s CIF Southern Section Division 7 quarterfinal game at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita on Nov. 14, 2025. (Photo by Miguel Vasconcellos, Contributing Photographer) Saugus’ Ty Hall runs the ball for a gain during Friday’s CIF Southern Section Division 7 quarterfinal game against Calabasas at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita on Nov. 14, 2025. (Photo by Miguel Vasconcellos, Contributing Photographer) Saugus’ Ty Hall runs the ball for a small gain during Friday’s CIF Southern Section Division 7 quarterfinal game against Calabasas at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita on Nov. 14, 2025. (Photo by Miguel Vasconcellos, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 3Calabasas’ Nathaniel Castaneda (44) and Matt Long tackle Saugus’ Ty Hall during Friday’s CIF Southern Section Division 7 quarterfinal game at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita on Nov. 14, 2025. (Photo by Miguel Vasconcellos, Contributing Photographer) ExpandWR: Landon Cooper, Grace, Sr.
92 receptions, 1,643 receiving yards, 24 TDs, 335 rushing yards, 5 TDs
Grace’s Landon Cooper (3) hands the ball off to Charlie Martinez (7) during a reverse play against Morse during their CIF State Regional 6-A Bowl game at Moorpark College Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Grace’s Landon Cooper (3) carries the ball during their CIF State Regional 6-A Bowl game against Morse High School at Moorpark College Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Grace’s Landon Cooper (3) tries to avoid being tackled by Landon Cooper (2) of Morse High during their CIF State Regional 6-A Bowl game at Moorpark College Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 3Grace’s Landon Cooper (3) hands the ball off to Charlie Martinez (7) during a reverse play against Morse during their CIF State Regional 6-A Bowl game at Moorpark College Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) ExpandWR: Tron Baker, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League first team offense, 40 receptions, 626 receiving yards, 8 TDs
Tron Baker of Sierra Canyon congratulates Jerod Terry Jr. after scoring a touchdown against Downey in the first half. Downey hosted Sierra Canyon in a boys football game on Sept. 12, 2025 in Downey CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)WR: Tyler Starling, Agoura, Sr.
56 receptions, 1,158 receiving yards, 14 TDs
OL: Ben Hatfield, Oaks Christian, Sr.
Marmonte League offensive lineman of the year
OL: Brody Ordelheide, Moorpark, Sr.
Channel League offensive lineman of the year
OL: Mateo Bilaver, Chaminade, Sr.
Mission League offensive lineman of the year
OL: Kasi Currie, Sierra Canyon, Jr.
Mission League first team offense
ATH: De’Markus Barnes, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League offensive player of the year, 205 rushing yards, 11 TDs, 700 receiving yards, 5 TDs
ATH: Jaxsen Stokes, Sierra Canyon, Jr.
Mission League first team offense, 722 rushing yards, 12 TDs, 155 receiving yards, 2 TDs
Sierra Canyon’s Jaxsen Stokes (3) gets by Santa Margarita’s Simote Katoanga (11) during their CIF-SS Div. 1 quarterfinal game at Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Sierra Canyon’s Jaxsen Stokes (3) is tackles by Serra’s Devohn Moutra (2) in a game at Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Sierra Canyon’s Jaxsen Stokes (3) tries to get by Oaks Christian defenders Lucas Knoos (9) and Shane McAfee (26) during a game Oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Sierra Canyon’s Jaxsen Stokes (3) looks on as they play Oaks Christian in Westlake Village on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 4Sierra Canyon’s Jaxsen Stokes (3) gets by Santa Margarita’s Simote Katoanga (11) during their CIF-SS Div. 1 quarterfinal game at Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Expand View this post on Instagram
ATH: Matix Frithsmith, Hart, Jr.
Foothill League first team offense, 1,303 rushing yards, 16 TDs, 1,090 receiving yards, 7 TDs
K: Carter Sobel, Sierra Canyon, Jr.
9 of 12 FGs, 23 of 25 PATs
FIRST TEAM DEFENSE
DL: Mikhal Johnson, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League defensive lineman of the year, 51 tackles (35 solo), 16 TFL, 8 sacks
DL: Izak Simpson, Simi Valley, Sr.
Marmonte League defensive lineman of the year, 95 tackles (57 solo), 24 TFL, 11 sacks, TD fumble return
DL: Somto Nwude, Crespi, Sr.
Del Rey League defensive player of the year, 65 tackles (44 solo), 24.5 TFL, 14.5 sacks, 3 QB hurries
LB: Ronen Zamorano, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League first team defense, 60 tackles (39 solo), 7 TFL, 3 sacks, 5 QB hurries
LB: Patrick Hill, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League second team defense, 58 tackles (36 solo), 11 TFL, 3 sacks
LB: Carter Taylor, Newbury Park, Sr.
Conejo Coast linebacker of the year, 114 tackles (42 solo), 14 TFL, 6 sacks, 9 QB hurries
DB: Madden Riordan, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League defensive player of the year, 32 tackles (24 solo), 3 TFL, 4 INT
DB: Havon Finney, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League first team defense, 21 tackles (14 solo), 1 TFL, 2 INT, 2 TD INT return
DB: Davon Benjamin, Oaks Christian, Sr.
Marmonte League defensive back of the Year, 27 tackles (21 solo), 3 TFL, sack, 4 INT, 2 TD INT return
Oaks Christian’s Davon Benjamin (5) gets by La Habra’s Noah Barajas (33) during their CIF-SS Div. 4 semifinal game at Oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Oaks Christian’s Deshonne Redeaux and Davon Benjamin enjoy the 2025 Marmonte League Football Media Day Aug. 8, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Oaks Christian football player Davon Benjamin during the 2025 Marmonte League Football Media Day Aug. 8, 2025 in Westlake Village, CA. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 3Oaks Christian’s Davon Benjamin (5) gets by La Habra’s Noah Barajas (33) during their CIF-SS Div. 4 semifinal game at Oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Expand View this post on Instagram
ATH: Shane Anderson, Viewpoint, Jr.
81 tackles (36 solo), 2 TFL, sack, 8 INT, TD kickoff return
P: Sonny Jones, Oaks Christian, Sr.
Marmonte League special teams player of the year
HONORABLE MENTION OFFENSE
QB: Jake Nuttall, Saugus, Sr.
Foothill League offensive player of the year, 233 of 323 passing, 2,778 passing yards, 29 TDs
Valencia’s Carson De Leon (3) intercepts a Jake Nuttall pass as wide receiver Degan Grant looks on Friday, September 26, 2025 at Valencia High School. The interception would lead to Valencia’s second touchdown of the first quarter. (Photo by Kevin Karzin/For The Daily News). Valencia’s Logan Thompson (5) hits Saugus’ quarterback Jake Nuttall as he tries to get a pass off during the first quarter Friday, September, 26, 2025 at Valencia High School. Valencia’s defense basically shut down the Saugus offense and built a 35 – 7 halftime lead. (Photo by Kevin Karzin/For The Daily News). Saugus quarterback Jake Nuttall (9) just gets off a pass during the second quarter as Hart’s Josh Whitson closes in Friday, September 19, 2025 at College of the Canyons. (Photo by Kevin Karzin/For The Daily News) Show Caption1 of 3Valencia’s Carson De Leon (3) intercepts a Jake Nuttall pass as wide receiver Degan Grant looks on Friday, September 26, 2025 at Valencia High School. The interception would lead to Valencia’s second touchdown of the first quarter. (Photo by Kevin Karzin/For The Daily News). ExpandRB: Jake Williams, Grace, Sr.
2,021 rushing yards, 21 TDs, 253 receiving yards, 3 TDs
RB: Kayne Miller, Calabasas, Sr.
1,463 rushing yards, 17 TDs, 251 receiving yards, TD
WR: Hayden Vercher, Thousand Oaks, Sr.
57 receptions, 797 receiving yards, 9 TDs
WR: Paul Turner, Birmingham, Jr.
30 receptions, 734 receiving yards, 8 TDs
Birmingham’s Paul Turner (0) carries the ball during a game against Granada Hills at Granada Hills High School on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Birmingham’s Paul Turner (0) gets by Granda Hills defender Marco Osuna (2) during a game at Granada Hills High School on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. (Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Show Caption1 of 2Birmingham’s Paul Turner (0) carries the ball during a game against Granada Hills at Granada Hills High School on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025.(Photo by Andy Holzman, Contributing Photographer) Expand View this post on Instagram
OL: Braydenn Mercer, Sierra Canyon, Jr.
Mission League second team offense
OL: Shane Katz, Chaminade, Sr.
Mission League second team offense
OL: Jackson Hill, Chaminade, Jr.
Mission League first team offense
ATH: Diego Montes, Kennedy, Sr.
116 of 203 passing, 1,757 yards, 16 TDs, 1,005 rushing yards, 17 TDs
Kennedy quarterback Diego Montes poses after his team’s 40-10 win over Van Nuys on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025 (Photo by Justin Vigil-Zuniga)
HONORABLE MENTION DEFENSE
DL: Michael Bonnet, Chaminade, Sr.
Mission League first team defense, 48 tackles (31 solo), 10 sacks, 17 QB hurries
DL: Chris Colon, Notre Dame, Jr.
Mission League second team defense, 32 tackles (21 solo), 8 TFL, 3 sacks
DL: Hudson Manning, Chaminade, Jr.
Mission League first team defense, 50 tackles (35 solo), 16 TFL, 5 sacks, 19 QB hurries
DL: James Moffat, Crespi, Sr.
Del Rey League defensive lineman of the year, 68 tackles (45 solo), 23.5 TFL, 6.5 sacks, 14 QB hurries
LB: Ronnell Hewitt, Chaminade, Sr.
Mission League second team defense, 35 tackles (23 solo), 8 TFL, 2 sacks
LB: Darian Hawkins, Chaminade, Sr.
Mission League first team Defense, 38 tackles (27 solo), 7 TFL
DB: Brandon Lockhart, Sierra Canyon, Sr.
Mission League first team defense, 30 tackles (23 solo), 12 pass deflections
DB: Maxwell Martin-Beckmann, Notre Dame, Sr.
114 tackles (83 solo), 3 TFL, sack, 4 INT, TD fumble return
DB: Preston Webb, Notre Dame, Sr.
Mission League second team defense, 58 tackles (48 solo), 2 TFL
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