Next-Man-Up Mentality: Redwoods Frosh Football Team Eyes Big Win Over El Diamante

Redwoods freshman football team swept El Diamante last Thursday, September 3rd, 2026, with a final score of 47-0.

By: Colton Fletcher

Levi Feldstein, ‘30, #20, and middle linebacker, shared how he was feeling about the freshman team’s upcoming game against El Diamante.

Feldstein said, “I’m excited to see all of our backups play and get playing time to prove that they are good enough to be on this Redwood frosh team too.”

“A team is only as strong as its weakest link,” said Feldstein.

Kashis Butler, ‘30, #12, also quarterback and safety, shared some goals he set for himself in their upcoming game vs El D. 

He said, “I want to throw one touchdown and run at least one touchdown against El D.” 

Yeshua Niko Silva, ‘30, #57, and linebacker, shared that he and the team are ready to put up a great performance against El D.

Silva expects him and his team to put up 50 points.

Silva also said, “I believe in all my teammates and me to put up an amazing performance against El D.”

Francisco Benavidez, ‘30, #34, a safety, shared that he is ready to land some big hits on El Diamante’s offense.

“One goal I have for myself is to hit someone hard and win the game by a lot,” said Benavidez.

Kendrix Almager, ‘30,  #18, a slot receiver, shared that he is excited to see the team take the field.

“I’m excited to see everyone out on the field, and I’m ready to see Devone Harper, Rico Brooks, and Aaron Montes score a lot in this game since they started the season off hot so far,” said Almager.

He said, “Overall, I’m ready for a great performance in this game.”

Nathaniel Nieto, ‘30, #15, a wide receiver, shared that he’s ready to see the backups get playing time, and he’s hoping he gets a touchdown and that the team plays an amazing game collectively.

“I’m ready to see the show we can put on as a team against El D,” said Nieto. “I know that we will come out with a win.”

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