High School Football: A look at Norcross

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High School Football: A look at Norcross

High School Football photos: A look at Norcross practice, Aug. 2009.

Defensive back Arius Wright (5, left) and the Norcross Blue Devils get in some practice August 18, 2009 at Norcross High School.

Lineman Max Garcia (left) works on drills in preparation for the Aug. 22 Corky Kell Classic at the Georgia Dome. Norcross faces Walton in the annual high school kickoff to the regular season.

One major addition to the '09 Blue Devils is tailback Delino DeShields (21).

Norcross coach Keith Maloof (right) prides himself on two things: his team's ability to run the ball and to stop the run.

Garcia (left) had said earlier this year that UGA was leading among his choices but now claims Vanderbilt tops the list.

DeShields' father, Delino DeShields, is a former MLB second baseman who played from 1990-2002. The younger DeShields loves football but plans on following in his dad's footsteps and playing major league baseball someday.

Auburn and Vanderbilt are among the schools interested in Arius Wright.

Max Garcia is scheduled to visit Maryland in September. NC State and Michigan State are also interested in signing him.

DeShields (left, with ball) transferred to Norcross from Woodward Academy two weeks ago.

Max Garcia (79) is known for his unique hairstyle as well as his standout play.

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Defensive back Arius Wright (5, left) and the Norcross Blue Devils get in some practice August 18, 2009 at Norcross High School.

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