A standout on both the gridiron and the hardwood, Jasen Lopez of Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory is this week's contender for the CBS Miami Nat Moore Trophy .

The talented wide receiver has become one of South Florida's most exciting high school athletes, making a name for himself in football and basketball.

"I was born kind of with the football in my hand," Lopez said. "They said my first words were down, set, hut, so that's pretty cool."

Early start, big numbers

Lopez's dominance began early — he started on varsity as a seventh grader. Since then, he's become one of the most explosive receivers in the state.

"I mean, last year had 2200 yards. This last year had 1300, the year before I had 1200. You know, each year I've had over 15 plus touchdowns," Lopez said.

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