5 QUESTIONS WITH…Senior Linebacker Cesar Mendez About The Thanksgiving Day Football Game

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By Tim Firla – Entertainment Editor

The Jonathan Law football team is wrapping up their regular season with one final game against cross-town rival Foran on Thanksgiving. Advocate Entertainment Editor Tim Firla interviewed senior linebacker Cesar Mendez about the team’s season.

Tim Firla: What are you looking forward to in this Thanksgiving game?

Cesar Mendez: I’m most excited to have the whole city of Milford at this game watching this game. Being on the sideline of this game for the past three years, the atmosphere is one of one. I’m excited to see the intensity both teams bring to this game and i’m excited to hit Forans players. 

TF: What has been the best part of the season so far?

CM:  The best part of the season so far has to have been the gritty win against Amity. I played my best game. But at the end of the game, the way we won was electric. 

TF: How do you feel the team played this season

CM: This season was definitely my best year of my high school career. The defense overall was second to none this year. We all played our hearts out, rallying to the football, coming up with key stops when needed most. Defense truly locked in this year. 

TF: What are you most thankful for?

CM: Im thankful for my family and friends and to be able to play football with my teammates and coaches. 

TF: What are your predictions for the game?

CM: I’m hoping for a great team win for the lawmen and lots of takeaways for the defense. 

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