Lesoni Olive – OL/DL Sequoia Ravens

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Lesoni Olive

Height: 6’2″ | Weight: 280 lbs
School: Sequoia Ravens
Position: Offensive Line (OL) / Defensive Line (DL)
Class of: 2025

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Athletic Achievements

  • 3-Year Varsity Starter: Key contributor on both sides of the ball.
  • All-League Honors:
    • PAL Ocean Division Offensive Lineman (Junior Year)
    • PAL Ocean Division Defensive Lineman (Junior Year)
  • Team Leader: Leads the team in pancake blocks as an offensive lineman and is rated #1 Defensive Tackle in the PAL Ocean Division.

Performance Highlights

  • Versatile Lineman: Started games at both left tackle and left guard this season, showcasing his adaptability and team-first mindset.
  • Offensive Impact: Anchored the offensive line with dominant pancake blocks, creating opportunities for the team’s rushing and passing game.
  • Defensive Dominance: Leads the defense with standout performances as a starting defensive tackle, consistently disrupting opposing offenses.

Coaches’ Praise

  • Coach Garek Stuart:
    • “Lesoni exemplifies what it means to be an offensive and defensive lineman. His leadership goes beyond being vocal; it’s evident in the way he practices and carries himself. He’s been a three-year starter and has shown unmatched dedication to the team, starting games at multiple positions to put the team in the best position to succeed. Lesoni leads our team in pancake blocks and anchors our defense as the #1-rated defensive tackle in our league.”

All-Star Nomination Notes

Lesoni Olive is a standout offensive and defensive lineman for the Sequoia Ravens, exemplifying leadership and versatility on the field. A three-year starter, he has been instrumental in the team’s success, including a deep run in the 2024 Central Coast Section (CCS) Division V playoffs, where Sequoia narrowly fell to Leland High School with a score of 27-21 in the championship game.

Under Lesoni’s leadership, the Ravens’ offense showcased a formidable ground game, amassing 216 rushing yards in their victory over South San Francisco on November 22, 2024.

Lesoni’s dominance on the offensive line was further highlighted by his team-leading number of pancake blocks. Defensively, as a starting tackle, he played a pivotal role in positioning Sequoia as the top-rated defense in their league.

Coach Garek Stuart praised Lesoni, stating, “Lesoni exemplifies what it means to be an offensive and defensive lineman. His leadership goes not only as a vocal leader but in the way he practices and carries himself.”

Lesoni’s commitment to excellence and his significant contributions on both sides of the ball have been crucial to Sequoia’s impressive season, culminating in a strong playoff performance.