Football: Rancho Verde might challenge the big boys

This could be the year Rancho Verde is mentioned in the same breath with some of the top teams in the Inland Empire.

Coach Pete Duffy has a group of individual players with top credentials, and if the Mustangs can avoid injuries, beware.

It starts with Florida-bound quarterback Sheriron Jones. Then there’s UCLA-bound offensive lineman Tevita Halalilo. Verstatile receiver-defensive back Cedric Peterson is committed to Arizona. Jamal Scott is a 5-11, 190-pound running back with good skills.

Rancho Verde will get to prove itself in games against Citrus Hill, Great Oak and Redlands East Valley.

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