Special Teams Ace Receiving Attention


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Special teams play is a crucial part of any football game. Western Branch (Chesapeake, VA) has its own special team phenom in defensive back Lamonte Stanfield , Jr. As a junior, Stanfield blocked 13 punts, one field goal, and one extra point.

Stanfield realizes the importance of great special teams, and feels his ability gives him an extra edge as a player.

“I just go all out on special teams,” said Stanfield. “Special teams is a game breaker. It changes the whole momentum of a game. Last season I blocked an extra point, and we ended up winning the game by only one point. I also think that playing well on special teams sets me apart from other cornerbacks.”

At 5-10, 170 pounds, Stanfield is being recruited to play the position he plays for Western Branch – cornerback. Navy is looking at him to play free safety because of his physical style.

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