Countdown to kickoff: Germantown Academy

Germantown Academy

Coach: Matt Dence (3rd year, 9-10)

Last season: 6-4 overall, 2-3 in Inter-Ac.

Offense: Spread.

Defense: 4-3.

Offensive starters returning: 5

Defensive starters returning: 5.

Key returnees: Kashta Davis, Sr., Slot WR-DB, 5-10, 180; Max Hanamarian, Sr. OG-DT, 6-2, 220; Ryan Calhoun Sr., RB/DE, 6-1, 210; Andrew Simon Sr., WR/DE 6-2, 200; Mike Gilmore Jr., WR/DB 6-2 180; Jimmy McAfee Jr. Slot/DB 5-9, 180.

Coach says: "I think the league is very close. Top to bottom, the Inter-AC is very talented and very well coached. I couldn't pick a favorite."