Led by father-and-son duo and a loaded senior class, Lathrop football is poised to finally finish on top

Lathrop football is currently undefeated and considered a top contender as the postseason approaches. Head coach Luke Balash and his son, sophomore quarterback Boaz Balash, lead the team. The roster also features a strong senior class.
Head coach Luke Balash and star sophomore quarterback Boaz Balash have the undefeated Malemutes looking like the team to beat as the postseason nears.
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