Football is known as a sport of size, the tallest have the best chance of catching a pass, the biggest have the best chance of getting a sack. For an underclassman to make the varsity football team, the coaching staff must see a high potential in the athlete and believe they can contribute to improve the teams performance throughout the season. Sophomore Josh Davis has proven himself and earned a starting position on this seasons varsity team.

In the game against Mission Hills, Davis had 4 solo tackles, 5 team tackles and 1 interception. His success during games and practices has earned himself a starting safety position on defense. Safeties cover the middle and sidelines of the field in pass coverage and look to grab an interception if the opportunity presents itself. 

“On defense I am kind of one of the last lines of defense,” Davis said. “I’ll sometimes cover receivers or I’ll play deep zone in the back.”

Holding such a strong role on the team calls for not just a big game, but a big game day. Preparation for football is crucial to success on the field. From Davis’s past year on JV, he has learned what pre-game he needs to do in order to bring his A game.

“Pre-game I just try to get my mind right and try to get my body right,” Davis said. “Stretching and getting myself good food and water throughout the day and help get me prepared for the game.”