Bethel's Strong Sophomore Class Storms Past Vallejo

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After losing a starting lineup that featured all seniors a year ago, Jesse Bethel (Vallejo, CA) has reloaded with 4 sophomores and a few juniors that have started the rebuilding process for the Jaguars. Sophomore Jacob Sharpe who transferred from Salesian High School, has been Bethel's leading scorer for the season. The other 3 sophomores are Jori Taylor, Jovon Jackson, and Julian Manasala. Manasala and Jackson came up big in their win against crosstown rival Vallejo High School, as Manasala scored 17 points off the bench, and Jackson was able to provide excellent point guard play. Dion Moore, Craig Holden and Markus Daniels, are the juniors that have made an impact for the Jaguars.

Jesse Bethel overall has struggled with a 4-16 record on the season so far, but with a heavy core of juniors and sophomores, they believe they can bring the winning tradition back to Bethel. This offseason will be key for how much this team can get better, as players will look to develop their overall games. Dion Moore and Jacob Sharpe, are the two players from Jesse Bethel that has played with Team Rampage (Vallejo, CA) during the summer and will look to continue to play this offseason. Jackson and Holden could also join their teammates with Team Rampage, while others will look to play for other local AAU teams. Regardless of the record, Bethel has a bright future and will continue to get better. They will take on Vanden this Friday at Vanden High School.