Mario Luna “Torta Power” vs Cathedral Catholic: Sophomore OL Reps Against a 3 Star New Mexico Commit

Going back to San Diego for this game meant something different to me. A big part of my football journey happened around San Diego and Baja California before I got the opportunity to play at Orange Lutheran. This time I was coming back wearing an Orange Lutheran uniform and getting varsity offensive line reps against Cathedral Catholic.

We came away with a 38 to 24 win over Cathedral Catholic. As an offensive line, we helped our offense move the football and put points on the board against a physical Dons defense.

I’m Mario Luna, better known as “Torta Power,” #78, Class of 2029 offensive lineman at Orange Lutheran. I have experience at guard and center, and during my sophomore season I have been adding varsity right tackle reps to my film. Against Cathedral, my highlights include reps at right tackle and guard.

That position versatility is something I want college coaches to see on actual game film, not just read next to my name.

Mario Luna Orange Lutheran vs Cathedral Catholic Highlights

This film is from my sophomore varsity game against Cathedral Catholic High School in San Diego. These reps show my development in pass protection and run blocking while competing against an experienced defensive front.

Watch more of my football highlights on the Mario Luna Football YouTube channel .

Facing 3 Star New Mexico Commit Ryder Molchanoff

One of the matchups I wanted on film was against Ryder Molchanoff.

Molchanoff is a Class of 2027 3 star EDGE and New Mexico commit. He is listed around 6'4" and 235 pounds on Cathedral Catholic’s current MaxPreps roster.

For me as a Class of 2029 offensive lineman, getting varsity reps against an older, college committed edge defender is valuable. That is the type of competition that lets me go back to the film and really evaluate where my technique is.

A longer edge defender changes the pass protection rep. I have to be disciplined with my set and cannot panic with my hands. If I reach too early or get my weight too far forward, I can give the defender an opportunity to work around me or counter underneath.

I have to stay square, keep my feet underneath me and be ready when speed turns into power.

Those are the reps I want college offensive line coaches watching.

See Ryder Molchanoff’s Rivals recruiting profile for his recruiting information.

Why Reps Against a College Committed EDGE Matter

I know a star rating does not win a football rep.

Once the ball is snapped, I am not thinking about whether somebody has three stars or where he is committed. I have an assignment and I have to execute it.

But when I go back and evaluate my film, the level of competition matters.

Going against an older 3 star EDGE who has already earned an opportunity to play college football gives me another measuring point. I can evaluate my foot speed, pass set, hand placement, anchor, recovery and ability to stay attached against the type of length and athleticism I am going to continue seeing.

I am only a sophomore, so those reps are important to my development.

Jordan Lilo and Another Physical Cathedral Edge Defender

Cathedral Catholic also had Jordan Lilo, another Class of 2027 edge defender. Cathedral’s current roster lists Lilo around 6'3" and 245 pounds.

San Diego Prospects currently identifies Lilo as a 3 Star Prospect. That is a separate local recruiting evaluation from the national recruiting services, but it gives another example of the size and talent Cathedral had around its defensive front.

Against a bigger edge body, the challenge changes. A player around 245 pounds can threaten the edge but also turn the rep into a power battle.

My focus in those situations is keeping my base underneath me, playing with leverage and continuing to move my feet after contact.

See the Jordan Lilo recruiting profile .

Different Body Types Mean Different Offensive Line Reps

That is one of the things I liked about the Cathedral game. It was not the same matchup over and over.

One defender might give me length. Another might give me power. A linebacker at the second level gives me movement.

As an offensive lineman, I have to adjust without changing the basic things that make the rep work.

Good base. Good hands. Good leverage. Active feet. Balance. Finish.

Cathedral also had experienced linebackers like Kevin Clark, listed at approximately 6'2" and 205 pounds. Working to linebackers gives me another opportunity to show movement in space.

See Kevin Clark’s MaxPreps profile .

What College Coaches Can See in My Cathedral Catholic Film

When I watch this film, I am not only counting pancakes.

I am watching the details.

I watch my first two steps. I watch whether I stay square. I look at where my hands land and whether I keep my base underneath me.

I watch what happens after contact too.

Can I stay attached?

Can I re fit my hands if the defender tries to separate?

Can I recover if the rep does not start perfectly?

Can I absorb power without losing my balance?

Can I continue moving my feet instead of leaning on the defender?

Those are things I want coaches evaluating when they watch my film.

Right Tackle and Guard Reps Against Cathedral Catholic

One thing that makes this film important to me is position versatility.

I have played offensive guard and center, and during my sophomore season I have been developing at right tackle. My Cathedral Catholic highlights include reps at RT and G.

I do not want to just write RT, G and C in my recruiting bio.

I want coaches to be able to watch the film and see it.

Playing inside and outside requires different techniques. Guard happens quickly. There is less space and you have to handle power immediately.

At tackle, there is more space and the defender has more room to work. That puts more pressure on your feet, angles and patience.

Learning both is helping me understand offensive line play better.

From Freshman Varsity Guard to Sophomore Right Tackle

My freshman season gave me my first real varsity experience at Orange Lutheran.

I was playing against older athletes while learning what varsity football in Southern California feels like. Those reps gave me a foundation that I am building on now.

You can go back and watch that development in my freshman varsity highlights at Orange Lutheran .

Now I am adding sophomore film at right tackle and guard.

That progression matters to me.

Cathedral Catholic to Basha to Junipero Serra

One thing I like about my sophomore film is that every game has given me something different.

Cathedral Catholic gave me reps against a long, college committed edge defender like Ryder Molchanoff.

Then came Basha.

Against Basha, I had another opportunity to compete against a defensive front with Division I recruits and committed players.

Read the full breakdown: Mario Luna “Torta Power” vs Basha: Sophomore OL Reps Against Division I Recruits .

After Basha came Junipero Serra, where I faced another defensive front with different body types and styles.

Read my Orange Lutheran vs Junipero Serra sophomore right tackle breakdown .

Those games are starting to build a body of work.

Different opponents. Different defensive fronts. Different problems to solve.

Orange Lutheran Put Up 38 Points in San Diego

The best part of the night was leaving San Diego with the win.

Orange Lutheran beat Cathedral Catholic 38 to 24.

For an offensive lineman, there is nothing better than watching the offense move the ball and knowing the guys up front are doing their part.

Individual film matters for recruiting, but football is still a team game. My job is to help the offense function.

Protect the quarterback. Create movement in the run game. Get to the second level. Finish the assignment.

Then do it again on the next play.

From Baja California Back to San Diego

This game was also personal for me because of where my football story started.

My roots are in Baja California, Mexico, and San Diego became part of my football journey before Orange Lutheran.

Coming back to San Diego wearing an Orange Lutheran uniform made me think about all the practices, drives, teams and people that helped me get here.

Read more about my journey from Mexico to Orange Lutheran: My Orange Lutheran High School Football Journey .

I also had the opportunity to represent Baja California before high school.

Read about my Baja California U17 football experience .

Mario Luna Torta Power Recruiting Journey

I am grateful that my recruiting journey started early, but I understand that offers do not block anybody on Friday night.

Film matters.

Development matters.

Consistency matters.

Read about my first Division I offer from Sacramento State .

Then came my Georgia State offer .

And my Texas State offer .

I appreciate every coach who has believed in my potential, but I know the biggest thing I can do right now is continue developing.

What I Want College Offensive Line Coaches to Watch

If you are a college coach watching my Orange Lutheran vs Cathedral Catholic highlights, watch the progression.

Watch my feet.

Watch my pass set.

Watch my hand placement.

Watch my anchor against power.

Watch whether I stay attached after contact.

Watch whether I can recover and re fit.

Watch my movement to the second level.

Watch the effort at the end of the rep.

Then compare this game to my Basha film and my Serra film .

I am Class of 2029.

I am still developing.

That is exactly what I want the film to show.

What Does Torta Power Mean?

If this is your first time finding my football page and you are wondering where the name Torta Power came from, it goes back to my Mexican roots and offensive line football.

Offensive linemen call it a pancake when you put a defender on the ground.

For me, it is a torta.

Read the full story: What Is Torta Power? The Story Behind Mario Luna’s Football Nickname .

Another Step in My Sophomore Season

I left San Diego happy about the win, but when I watched the film, I was already looking at what I could improve.

Cleaner pass sets. Better hands. Better leverage. Better timing. Better footwork. Better finishes.

That is what I want sophomore year to be about.

I am not trying to build my recruiting story around one rep.

I want coaches to see a body of work against good competition and see that I keep developing.

Cathedral Catholic was another step.

Back to work.

Puro Torta Power. 🇲🇽🏈