With one of the youngest rosters in the region last season, Mountain View High School Football enters 2025 with a renewed focus and clear identity. Head Coach John Poitevint and his staff are leaning into the program’s youth, not as a limitation, but as an opportunity to mold the future of Mountain View football.
Offseason Focus: Discipline, Leadership, and Mental Toughness
Coach Poitevint outlined three major goals for the offseason: discipline, leadership, and mental toughness. These pillars have guided every workout, meeting, and team-building activity since the end of last season. With eight sophomores and five freshmen earning starting roles last year, the foundation is set—but the next step is turning that experience into consistent, mature execution on the field.
“Our coaching staff believes we’ve had a great offseason working towards these goals,” says Poitevint, “and we expect that progress to show during spring football.”
Summer Circuit: Testing Talent Across the State
Mountain View’s offseason isn’t just about lifting and drills. This summer, the Bears will attend three 7v7 tournaments—two at the University of Georgia and one at Georgia Tech—before heading to a padded team camp at Monroe Area High School in July. These competitive events are designed to sharpen in-game skills and foster team chemistry ahead of the fall season.
Returning Core: Youth Movement with Star Potential
With nearly the entire roster returning, Mountain View is stacked with young talent. Several players are poised for breakout seasons:
Offense:
QB Sean Forbes – poised leader under center
RB Christian Hudgens – dynamic runner with big-play potential
WRs: Deon Saunders, Ky Pittman, Elijah Reeves, Dara Esamgu – a deep receiver room full of speed and skill
OL: Sam Oluwadare, Alex Waite, Victor Madu, Marco Guevara – key to protecting the backfield
Defense:
DL/TE Jamari Sumpter, DL Zyon Robinson
LBs: Bryant Nagel, David Rojas
Nickel: Ivan Toppar
DB/WR: Isiah Reeves – a two-way playmaker
This group isn’t just talented—they’re hungry. Coach Poitevint emphasizes how returning starters are not just relying on experience, but grinding to elevate their games.
Training Edge: Early Mornings & Tri-Phasic Power
The Bears train five days a week with a mix of weightlifting and conditioning. Their approach includes tri-phasic training—a method designed to maximize power output and reduce injury risk. One highlight of the offseason was March Madness Mat Drills at 6 a.m., where players competed head-to-head in high-intensity reps, tracked for accountability and motivation.
Nutrition Program: Fueling the Grind
A major emphasis this offseason has been nutrition education. Players are taught how to track their calorie intake, understand proper fueling, and adjust their diets to match their activity levels. After every workout, players refuel with peanut butter & honey sandwiches and chocolate milk—a simple but effective recovery combo. During the season, nutrition continues with meals during weight training and after practices.
Coaching Mentality: Year-Round Preparation, Long-Term Vision
Coach Poitevint’s staff operates under one motto:
“It’s always football season.”
From detailed self-scouting and opponent film breakdown to early game planning for the fall schedule, the coaching staff is laying the groundwork for a system built on preparation and adaptability. Every session is driven by the intent to fine-tune both schemes and technique before the first whistle of spring practice.
Community Impact: Servant Leadership in Action
Mountain View football doesn’t stop at the edge of the field—it stretches into the community. Players regularly visit local elementary schools to read to students, and the team hosts a youth football camp to connect with future Bears. These activities help instill servant leadership and foster a deeper bond between the program and its community.
Looking Ahead: Staying Healthy, Competing in a Brutal Region
The road won’t be easy. Mountain View competes in one of the toughest regions in the country, and late-season health will be key. Depth, resilience, and growth from their young core will determine how far the Bears can go in 2025.
With strong leadership, a deep roster of young returners, and a purpose-driven offseason, Mountain View Football is rising—and ready for the challenge.
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