Prep talk: Quarterback Colin Creason believes 'there's no place like home'

"He went to Mater Dei as a freshman. He went to Los Alamitos as a sophomore. He briefly went to Long Beach Poly for two days at the start of his junior year before returning to Los Alamitos, which forced him to sit out all last season. In his first varsity start on Aug. 15, he guided the Griffins to a 20-12 win over Inglewood. The team has won eight consecutive games under Creason, who has become more comfortable and confident with each game."

"He grew up knowing and playing with most of his Los Alamitos teammates in youth ball. Somehow, someway, he got through all his starts and stops and concluded, "Of course, the grass isn't always greener." His ability to run and pass and stay cool under pressure has been important for the offense, and he's adopted the attitude of his teammates. "We're not scared of anybody," he said. "This team is so close.""

Colin Creason became the starting quarterback at Los Alamitos High as a senior after a turbulent high school trajectory that included stints at Mater Dei and Long Beach Poly and a season sidelined by transfer rules. He led Los Alamitos to a 20-12 win in his first varsity start and has guided the team to eight consecutive victories. Creason has passed for 1,292 yards and 11 touchdowns and rushed for 239 yards and eight TDs. He grew up playing with many teammates, plays multiple sports, and credits team unity and composure for on-field success.

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