The South squad, led by Brian Barnes and the Tesoro coaching staff, continued preparation for the July 10 O.C. All-Star Game, Wednesday night.

What: South football practice

Nik Abele is back in action: Abele missed the first two days of practice with a broken left foot. Well, the boot was off Wednesday and there he was getting time on both the offensive and defensive lines.

"He's a man child," Barnes said. "I wouldn't want to meet him in an alley. He's tough to stop."

Abele joins an already sizable offensive line, which includes Aliso Niguel's Matt Peleti (6-3, 275), Laguna Hills' Jeff Quigley (6-4, 280) and San Clemente's Steve Watts (6-4, 260).

Three days in and Barnes likes what he's seeing: "I'm impressed with how things are going. We have our offense in, our defense in and the kids have really meshed together well."

Here is Barnes' thoughts on those who have stood out: Segerstrom WR Nicalaus Powell-Calhoun (no relation) has been great. On the offensive line, Steve Watts (San Clemente) has done a great job pass-blocking ... Jeff Quigley (Laguna Hills) is a tough kid.

The list continues: Jaron Hytche (Mater Dei), Gavin Escobar (Santa Margarita). On the defensive side of the ball, Artie O'Keefe (Fountain Valley) and the three Edison kids (Bryce Brantley- OL, Will Andrew-DE, Matt Reza-LB).

Are you checking in with dad? We talk every day, but we're both keeping secrets.

The roster: Laguna Hills defensive back Shawn Tucker was on the field. It was his first day. He replaced Colton Fitch (Mission Viejo).

*Check back Thursday for a look at the North.

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