Fooball Strives to Improve Under Head Coach Zall

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VINCENT LIN

Sports Editor

In this fall season of high demand for athletic leadership, a more than willing supply has stepped up in response. Finishing off the latest lineup of the football coaching body, James Zall has filled the position of head coach of the JV team.

As a former JV coach at South Pasadena High School and an instructional aide here at Alhambra, Zall joined the Moors football program following the resignation of coach Joseph Brambilla. After a rigorous summer training, Zall has established a bond with the team which he feels is essential to the coaching philosophy set in mind, along with frequent in-field demonstrations.

“He can be a real loose guy, but when it comes to discipline, he’s very strict,” said new defensive end William Burrows.

Zall acknowledges the players’ reciprocal excitement in being a part of the team. In spirit of the JV program, improvement is amongst the most important objectives for both coach and player.

“They have a drive to be a part of this team and [they] want to consistently get better. They love what they do, which helps me to love what I do,” said Zall.

After a few preseason losses, Zall still holds strong in taking the team as far into the Almont League as they can.