Jonah Alapati – C Serra Padres

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Jonah Alapati

Height: 5’7″ | Weight: 220 lbs
School: Serra Padres
Position: Athlete (ATH) / Offensive Line (OL) / Defensive Line (DL)
Class of: 2025

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Athletic Metrics

  • Varsity Contributions:
    • 2-Year Varsity Starter (Junior and Senior seasons)
    • Team Captain
    • 1st Team All-League (WCAL)
  • GPA: 3.44

Athletic Achievements

  • Team Success (2023):
    • WCAL Champion
    • CCS Open Champion
    • NorCal Champion
    • CIF State Runner-Up
  • Key Player:
    • Starting center for two years, also capable of playing offensive guard and defensive tackle.
    • Faced some of the nation’s top defensive linemen, including players from Mater Dei, St. John Bosco, De La Salle, Riordan, St. Francis, and Folsom.

Personal and Leadership Traits

  • Jonah is considered one of the most inspirational players on the Serra Padres team, known for his heart, work ethic, and determination.
  • His versatility and leadership have been crucial to the Padres’ success, earning respect from teammates, coaches, and opponents alike.

All-Star Nomination Notes

Jonah Alapati is the epitome of a team player and a warrior on the field. As a two-year starter for the Serra Padres, Jonah anchored the offensive line as a center while also showcasing his versatility by playing guard and defensive tackle. His ability to go head-to-head with some of the country’s best defensive linemen, including players from powerhouse programs like Mater Dei and St. John Bosco, underscores his skill and toughness.

In 2023, Jonah was a key contributor to Serra’s incredible season, which included WCAL, CCS Open, and NorCal championships and a CIF State runner-up finish. Beyond his on-field accomplishments, Jonah is a source of inspiration for his team, playing with unmatched heart and determination.

With a 1st Team All-League selection and a GPA of 3.44, Jonah exemplifies what it means to be a student-athlete. His hard work, leadership, and resilience make him a deserving GSF Senior All-Star and a standout representative of the Serra Padres football program.