**Incase you missed it, you can check out our podcast interview with Coach Carmean Here: Lassiter Trojans Mustangs Podcast
The Skinny
Coach Sean Thom takes over for the Lassiter Trojans in 2019. The Trojans are looking to rebound from a 1-9 campaign a year ago. So it might be no surprise that when we asked Coach Thom about the biggest challenge for his team this upcoming season, he said,
“Changing the culture throughout LHS football program.”
The Trojans offense will welcome back some of their skill players including senior quarterback Mitch Storm. Joining Storm in the backfield will be sophomore Shai Velencia, who is also poised to get more involved in the Trojans offense at running back, while Matthew Grachen will lead the receiving unit.
On defense, the Trojans welcome back Jack Ferguson and Sam Carter IV to the secondary. Ferguson was an All-Region selection in 2018. Evan Manring and Brett Carr return as key contributors from last season at linebacker. Channing Canty should also see more minutes this season at linebacker.
We asked Coach Thom if there were any rivalries or games circled on the schedule.
He replied, “Pope.”
In terms of success for the 2019 season, Coach Thom said,
“Achieving milestones each week and getting better each day. Becoming a mentally tough football team that plays with relentless effort each down.”
