Coach KJ Boyer on QB Levi Shaw (Pine View Football)

Levi Shaw is ready for his first year as a varsity starting quarterback. He has one of the best weapons in the state at tight end in Junior 5-star tight end Brock Harris and a team that has improved year over year since Boyer took over.

Film Breakdown Max Reynolds (Snow Canyon)

Max Reynolds was stud last year when he was healthy for the Warriors.

I think he's going to have a big year as a featured back who's put in a lot of work in the offseason. I could see him getting 15-20 carries a game a la Tytan Mason at Desert Hills.

Simona Fauiletolo Film Breakdown

Desert Hills returns one of the best offensive lineman in the state in Simona Fauiletolo and one of the best running backs in the state in Tytan Mason.

Mason ran for 2002 yards last year behind an awesome offensive line and the Thunder are expected to do a lot of the same this year.

Region Rush Film Breakdown Malakai Alofipo (St. George, UT)

Malakai Alofipo is one of the top returning receivers in Region Nine this year.

He averaged around 50 yards per game receiving last year for the Mustangs.

This clip showcases his commitment to blocking downfield.

Region Rush Film Breakdown Aisa Lopati

Aisa Lopati is one of the most talented defensive linemen in 4A this year.

He is Dixie's top tackler back this year and will be a key all season long for their pass rush.

Coach Lance Anderson "A Football Story" on ESPN 97.7

Listen to the Lance Anderson "A Football Story" episode above!

Here's his coaching résumé from Utah Tech Athletics: (link to full bio)

The Anderson File
Coaching Career
2023: Boise State – Senior Offensive Analyst
2007-22: Stanford University – 2007-09 – Defensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator; 2010-13 – Outside Linebackers/Recruiting Coordinator; 2014-17 – Willie Shaw Director of Defense/Outside Linebackers; 2018-22 – Associate Head Coach/Willie Shaw Director of Defense/Outside Linebackers; November 2022-December 2022 – Interim Head Coach
2005-06: University of San Diego – Defensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator
2004: Utah State – Outside Linebackers
2003: Saint Mary’s – Co-Defensive Coordinator/Defensive Line
1999-2002: Bucknell – 1999 – Tight Ends/Assistant Offensive Line; 2000 - Tight Ends/Assistant Offensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator; 2001-02 – Defensive Line/Recruiting Coordinator
1999: Mobile Admirals (Regional Football League) – Running Backs
1997-98: Idaho State – 1997 – Running Backs; 1998 - Tight Ends/Assistant Offensive Line

Playing Experience
1993-94: Idaho State – Walk-on Linebacker
1989: BYU – Walk-on

Education
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Idaho State 1997

Personal
Hometown: Rupert, Idaho
Wife: Sherri
Children: Aubrey, Jaren and Braden

What his peers say about Coach Anderson:
"Lance Anderson is one of the best people I've ever worked with. He is a family man of high character and great values. On top of that, he is a tireless recruiter, an intellectual strategist, a fierce competitor, and a natural leader." – David Shaw, former Stanford University Head Football Coach (2011-22)

“Lance Anderson is an outstanding person, football coach, and friend. Utah Tech has hit a home run with the hiring of Lance. He is one of the top recruiters in the nation and a well-respected defensive strategist. I’m excited to see Lance achieve his goal of becoming a head football coach.” – Ed Lamb, Northern Colorado Head Football Coach (2022-current)