[Justin Simo] is the Panthers' leader on defense. His play at middle linebacker is a big reason Newbury Park allows an average of only 12.3 points. He leads Newbury Park in tackles (145) and tackles for losses (19). Simo was selected the Marmonte League defensive player of the year and Ventura County's top defensive back by county coaches. * Player: [Keith Smith] School: Newbury Park Year: Senior Position: QB Height: 6-0 Weight: 180

Trefethen is one of the most intense members of a Panther defense that is much improved from last season. An All-Marmonte League selection, he is fierce against the run and a strong pass rusher. Trefethen leads Newbury Park's defensive linemen in tackles (81). He has 4 1/2 sacks and eight tackles for losses. * Player: Jason Tucker School: Newbury Park Year: Senior Position: WR Height: 5-11 Weight: 180

PHOTO: Three were trouble for Newbury Park opponents: [Leodes Van Buren], above, Keith Smith, right, and Coach [George Hurley], below. / Los Angeles Times File Photos; PHOTO: COLOR, Rich Adams; PHOTO: COLOR, Sean Burdick; PHOTO: COLOR, Rommel Butler; PHOTO: COLOR, [Mike Contreras]; PHOTO: COLOR, Kevin Crook; PHOTO: COLOR, [Mark Davis]; PHOTO: COLOR, Sheldon Griffith; PHOTO: COLOR, Kris Hebert; PHOTO: COLOR, George Keiaho; PHOTO: COLOR, Mason Meadows; PHOTO: COLOR, [Billy Miller]; PHOTO: COLOR, [Erik Olson]; PHOTO: COLOR, [Albert Reddick]; PHOTO: COLOR, Brad Rubin; PHOTO: COLOR, Nathan Simmons; PHOTO: COLOR, Justin Simo; PHOTO: COLOR, Keith Smith; PHOTO: COLOR, [Mike Talbot Westlake]; PHOTO: COLOR, Mike Tetzlaff; PHOTO: COLOR, Jared Trefethen; PHOTO: COLOR, Jason Tucker; PHOTO: COLOR, Leodes Van Buren; PHOTO: COLOR, [Brian Williams]; PHOTO: COLOR, George Hurley; TABLE: Times' 1993 All-Ventura County Football Team; TABLE: Times' All-Ventura County Football Team