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**500-Character Summary – By Valley Life 247Sports** When the lights come on at Canyon Springs High School, the energy shifts — and the heartbeat of the stadium is Canyon Springs Cheer. More than sideline performers, they create the atmosphere, ignite the crowd, and fuel belief when momentum wavers. Built on unity, discipline, and pride, this squad turns Friday nights into events. Football is the show — cheer is the experience. Canyon Springs Cheer doesn’t just bring noise;

By Valley Life 247Sports When the lights hit the field at Vista Del Lago, the Ravens don’t just play football — they perform . The crowd rises.The band locks in.The players take the field. And then you hear it. The voices.The rhythm.The energy. That’s Vista Del Lago Cheer  — the soul of every Friday night. They don’t just cheer for  the Ravens.They fuel  them. Energy That Changes the Game From the opening kickoff to the final whistle, Vista Del Lago Cheer controls the atmosph

By Zapora Sap Impact Award Feature The room was already full of noise when Coach Moe began to speak. But then he said a name, and the room changed. There was a shift in the air a collective pause as if every person in attendance felt what was coming before they fully understood it. Coach Moe spoke not of stadiums or scores, not of championships or banners, but of a man he had met who loved Moreno Valley as deeply as he did, a man who believed in the city not for what it is no

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Some coaches win games.Some coaches build programs. Coach Ben Benitez changed a city. Over the last two years, he has become one of the most talked-about coaches not just in Moreno Valley — but across Southern California.  What he has done with his program belongs in the record books, but what he has done for young men belongs in the hall of impact. He didn’t just out-coach the league.He rewrote the narrative. FROM DOUBT TO DOMINANCE For years,

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Some quarterbacks manage the game.Some quarterbacks feel the game. Makai Spencer commands it. At 13U, Makai has already separated himself as one of the most elite young quarterbacks in the city — not because of hype, but because of how he leads, prepares, and delivers when the moment matters. This season, he proved that the future of the position is already here. BUILT DIFFERENT Makai plays with confidence beyond his years. He reads defenses, co

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Some players make defenders miss. Maxie Bynum makes defenders remember. At 13U, there is no more dominant running back in the city. When Maxie takes the handoff, the entire defense leans forward not in confidence, but in caution because they know one thing: There’s a price to pay. POWER WITH PURPOSE Maxie doesn’t run to avoid contact.He runs through  it. Whether he’s breaking tackles, dragging defenders, or lowering his shoulder in the red zone,

Moreno Valley Falcons By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Championship teams are built with plays.Championship cultures are built with people. This season, the heart behind one of the city’s most respected youth programs was Coach Chris  — named 13U Coach of the Year  for his leadership with the Moreno Valley Falcons. Currently a coach at Rancho Verde High School , Coach Chris has become a powerful voice in youth sports across the city. His impact stretches far beyond wins and los

San Diego Commit | CIF Champion | All-CIF Selection By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Some players are great because of what they do. Others are great because of who they are. Jarvis Williams  is both. This season, the San Diego commit didn’t just dominate the line of scrimmage — he defined it.  Named Offensive Lineman of the Year , Jarvis stood as the foundation of his offense, the voice of his line, and the standard for his program. THE ANCHOR At offensive tackle, Jarvis contr

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Every defense has a tone-setter.The one who makes the line of scrimmage feel smaller.The one who forces offenses to rush, panic, and adjust. This season, that player was Jordan Edwards. Named High School Defensive Lineman of the Year , Edwards turned the trenches into his personal battleground — where effort, technique, and relentless pressure decided the outcome. BY THE NUMBERS Jordan’s season was built on disruption: 44 Total Tackles 12 Tackle

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Every era has a receiver who changes how defenses line up. This season, that player was Jae’Lyn Brown. He didn’t just catch passes — he took over games. Corners pressed. Safeties shaded. Entire coverages shifted. And none of it mattered. BY THE NUMBERS Jae’Lyn delivered one of the most dominant receiving seasons in the city: 1,401 Total Yards 1,384 Receiving Yards 11 games with impact production Multiple 100+ yard performances 341 yards in a sin

Here is a high-energy, award-level feature  for EJ Mayhan Sovenier — High School Running Back of the Year : By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Running backs don’t just run the football.They carry momentum.They carry pressure.They carry entire offenses on their backs. This season, EJ Mayhan Sovenier carried all three. Named High School Running Back of the Year, EJ became the engine that powered his team week after week — a relentless, fearless runner who turned every handoff into

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Cornerback is the loneliest position in football. No help.No excuses.No hiding. And this season, Kendric Robinson stood alone. Named High School Cornerback of the Year, Robinson became the steady presence on the outside the defender offenses tested early, then learned to avoid. BY THE NUMBERS Kendric’s season was built on consistency and toughness: 44 Total Tackles 25 Solo Tackles 19 Assists While quarterbacks tried him, Kendric answered play

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Every great defense has a heartbeat.The player who sees it first.Hits it hardest.And holds everyone accountable. For this season, that player was Ahmir Carreather. Named Strong Safety of the Year, Ahmir became the backbone of his defense — a steady, physical, and trusted presence who quarterbacks respected and coaches relied on. BY THE NUMBERS Ahmir’s season was built on consistency and impact: 49 Total Tackles 33 Solo Tackles 16 Assists 1 Tackl

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Every city has seasons it will never forget. And every championship has a heartbeat. For Moreno Valley, that heartbeat was Bronson Pulu. He didn’t just lead a defense he became  it. When the lights were brightest and the pressure was heaviest, Pulu answered with violence, discipline, and dominance. He brought a championship back to the city and sealed his name into history as Defensive MVP  and CIF Champion. This was not luck.This was not chance

Some seasons redefine a program. In 2025, Syree Matthew resurrected Moreno Valley High School football. With elite production, fearless leadership, and infectious energy, he led the Vikings to a league title and #1 finish while totaling 2,601 yards. More than stats, Syree restored belief, commanded the moment, and reset the standard. This wasn’t just a season — it was a legacy. Moreno Valley Heisman.

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Some players fill a position.Some players fill a stat sheet. Jordan Morrow fills the entire stadium with energy. He is not a role player.He is not a system player.He is the system. Every time he steps on the field, something breaks coverage, angles, pursuit, or hope. He plays quarterback. He plays running back. He hunts at linebacker. He flips fields on special teams. Jordan Morrow is a walking highlight reel built on speed, power, and fearlessn

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff When quarterbacks scan the field, there’s one defender they learn to avoid. Noah Calderon. Named 13U Defensive Back of the Year, Calderon turned the secondary into a danger zone. Every snap, he brought discipline, speed, and an instinct for the football that changed games. BY THE NUMBERS Noah’s season wasn’t just productive — it was elite: 40 Total Tackles 7 Pass Breakups 5 Interceptions 2 Pick-Sixes 5 Forced Fumbles 1 Fumble Recovery 6 Tackles

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff For some athletes, football is a game they grow up with.For Gabriel Ennis , it was a challenge he stepped into and mastered In his very first season. Named 13U Wide Receiver of the Year , Gabriel’s impact goes far beyond numbers. His story is about growth, versatility, and a selfless approach to winning. A RARE PHYSICAL EDGE Gabriel stands out the moment he lines up. His height, long frame, and natural speed  create immediate problems for defend

Here is a clean, powerful Valley Life 247Sports–style feature  for King Jones: By Valley Life 247Sports Staff Some players talk.Some pose.Some chase attention. King Jones does none of that. He simply lines up, locks in, and brings it every snap. At linebacker, Jones has become the heartbeat of his defense. Not because he demands the spotlight, but because the game finds him.  When the ball moves, King is already there. BY THE NUMBERS King’s season wasn’t loud it was dominant

By Valley Life 247Sports Staff This season, Ezekiel Overstreet earned the title of 13U Offensive Lineman of the Year by doing something that often goes unnoticed in youth football — he became a true student of the game. Ezekiel accepted the challenge placed in front of him each week. Whether it was learning a new assignment, correcting a technique, or adjusting to a tougher matchup, he showed a willingness to grow and improve. He approached every practice and every game with