The South All-Star team opened up practice Monday night at Tesoro High. I was there (for the entire 2 hours) and here are my thoughts.

What: South football all-star team practice

When: Monday-Thursday; 6-8ish

Do not overlook the South receivers: This is a good group (JB Green, Dylan Denso, Nicalaus Powell-Calhoun, Gavin Escobar and Graham Tenney). Escobar looked really good in 7-on-7 drills and Calhoun (no relation) made several tough catches.

I think it would be safe to say that Preston King will see some time at receiver as well. Making this group that much more tough to deal with. King didn’t attend Monday’s practice, but will be on the field Tuesday.

Do you want to block Chris Robinson? I wouldn’t. The Tustin senior was a force on the first day.

Beware of the playmakers: All year, Christian Maldonado (Mater Dei) and A.J. Cruz (Santa Margarita) were busy making a habit of coming up with a big play at the right time for their teams. It wouldn’t surprise me if this happens in the game, July 10.

Updated roster: Defensive back Colton Fitch (Mission Viejo) will not practice or play, Barnes confirmed. Irvine’s Nik Abele (broken foot) has all intentions on playing, Barnes said.

Up next: The team will be in full pads Tuesday.

**I will have a report on the North team later this week.

RELATED:

• Video: South All-Star Football practice kicks off
• Football: Checking out the North All-Star team

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