The sport of football runs deep in the Dougherty family and the father-son duo help guide the Pirates at Morro Bay High School.

Sands Dougherty is a senior quarterback for the Pirates and has been playing football since the age of 10. He currently leads the state in passing yards and takes the 15th spot nationally, putting up impressive yards on the field.

“It makes me feel very happy. Especially coming from such a small area and I’m very thankful for my family because their sacrifices have been so much for me in this,” Sands said.

His dad, Robert, has been coaching at Morro Bay high for four years.

He played at Boston University in the 90s and set his own records there, leading the team to their first undefeated regular season, earning Player of the Year and eventually getting inducte

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