Richard De Paula is a senior linebacker on the Lakewood Ranch High football team. De Paula is a leader on defense and had eight total tackles in the Mustangs' 41-3 win over Braden River High on Sept. 6, which was Lakewood Ranch's first win in the rivalry series since 2013. The Mustangs are 3-1 and will host Lennard High (5-0) at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27.