Raul Lara, a former Long Beach Poly head coach, noted significant changes at his alma mater during a summer passing tournament. Long Beach Poly is undergoing a $450 million construction project, introducing modern sports facilities. Lara, in his first year at Mater Dei, led the team to a championship and is a favorite to repeat, thanks to strong lines and talented receivers. He discussed the competition for quarterback and noted the distinct enjoyment he finds in his coaching role at Mater Dei.
Raul Lara, a Poly graduate, expressed amazement at the renovation of Long Beach Poly, mentioning significant changes like an all-weather sports field and modernized facilities in a current $450 million construction project.
Lara, who won a Southern Section Division I title in his first year at Mater Dei, highlights his team's strengths, including a formidable offensive and defensive line, along with a talented receiver group.
He noted the exciting competition for quarterback between Wisconsin commit Ryan Hopkins and Minnesota commit Furian Inferrera, indicating a potential strategy to use both players in the season.
Lara remarked on the fun of coaching at Mater Dei, stating, 'It's a different kind of fun. It's more of a CEO fun. I have an awesome staff. They do a fantastic job.'
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