Piedmont Hills quarterback Anthony McBride hasn't had the easiest life, but it's all turning out well for him so far.

As has been well-chronicled by Prep2Prep, McBride grew up in Oregon but came to San Jose to live with an uncle because of parental issues. He's on his own now but continues to thrive athletically, setting the school record for passing touchdowns in a season (38), surpassing Daniel Cruz and Jason Harms, who both had 30.

McBride completed 168-of-308 passes and was intercepted 14 times. He also ran 50 times for 410 yards and seven touchdowns.

"It's a blessing," McBride said of his success. "Hard work and perseverance can get you through anything."

McBride thanked his receivers, Isaiah Arnold-Stewart, Howard Butler, Joseph Romero and Aaron Tillak and defensive lineman (and friend) Bobby Rose for his success.

Also considered: Matt McLaughlin, QB, Leland; Hakeem Mays, RB, Willow Glen.

Matt McLaughlin (Tanveer Bains/Prep2Prep)

McLaughlin completed 100-of-168 passes for 1,273 yards and 13 touchdowns, with one interception. He also ran for one TD.

Hakeem Mays (P2P Staff)

Mays rushed 215 times for 2,129 yards and 25 touchdowns and caught 15 passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns. On defense he had 3.2 tackles per game and five interceptions.

Perea had 62 catches for 773 yards and three touchdowns.