Jesuit Dallas has had plenty of great athletes come through its program, but rarely have the Rangers collectively had this much pure speed.
They hope to leverage their fleet-footed lineup into a return for a seventh consecutive postseason appearance and contention for a District 7-6A title.
It starts at quarterback, where new starter Beck Berry will relocate after primarily playing receiver a year ago. He will be a dual threat behind center.
“He’s a good athlete and had a good spring,” said Jesuit head coach Brandon Hickman. “He’s a runner with a good arm. We think he’ll be able to pick up the offense really well. He’s got good feet and is tough to tackle.”
The roster overall is younger, although Berry will have multiple receivers back to lead an up-tempo offense that averaged 35.8 points per game. Baseball standout Shane Parker had 43 catches, while track star Harlan Beucler is a deep threat with solid ball skills. Plus, Cade Kirby provides another option after missing last season with an injury.
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Some offensive players could add depth on defense, too, joining a group of returnees that has gotten quicker and stronger, Hickman said.
There are still questions in the secondary, but the front seven is spearheaded by linebackers Gabriel James and Jackson Gair, along with linemen Tanner Krug and Parker Sherman.
“Last year we struggled on defense at times just getting off the field and making stops,” Hickman said. “This year, our kids have really put in the time in the weight room.”
