Crespi High remains the only football team in San Fernando Valley history to win a Southern Section Division 1 championship. It happened in 1986 when a sophomore running back named Russell White lifted the Celts to victory in the championship game over St. john Bosco.

Crespi coach Brad Vonnahme was hired in December 2022 after an 0-10 season. Then came seasons of 2-8 and 5-6.

Last week, the Celts, under the leadership and skills of sophomore quarterback Chase Curren, defeated Gardena 34-0. He passed for 236 yards and three touchdowns.

“Chase has a very talented arm,” Vonnahme said. “He did some really good things in the first game. He’s on the right track.”

Next up is Golden Valley on Friday in the Celts’ home opener.

“I believe we’re headed in the right direction,” Vonnahme said. “As

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