KEEPING THE CROWN: After State glory, Clements' Escamos sets sights on senior surge

Some athletes are molded through years of camps and club leagues. Others, like Nafisat Ozigi, find their footing late -- but make up for lost time with focus and determination.

Now a senior middle hitter for Alief Elsik, Ozigi approaches this fall as one of the Rams’ more physically capable returners. Though the program faced its share of challenges last year—adjusting to a competitive new district in 20-6A—Ozigi’s growth and leadership remain a key reason for optimism.