Pictured above is the J.V. 1999 Youth Lions.  John is in the back row first to the left.   

Other players shown above that have went on and played at the college level are:

San Joaquin Delta Community College ~ Erik Nilsen

San Joaquin Delta Community College ~ Joseph Brum

Sacramento City College ~ Jose Zambrano

Butte Community College ~ Travis Shahan

Linden Pop Warner,

In 1998, my brother Chris and I played on the first Linden Pop Warner Football teams.  We didn't win many games, but we had fun and it was one of the best experiences of my life. 

The coaches, parents and volunteers gave me the skills and necessary encouragement to be successful.  I learned team work and the importance of always giving your best effort.  Those years playing for Linden Pop Warner team gave me the foundation to pursue football as my favorite sport and as a gateway to college.

Good Luck Linden Lions in the upcoming season and thanks for all that you have done for the many participants of this great program! Go Lions! Go Warriors!

John Estes #55

University of Hawaii Football

Western Athletic Conference Champions 2007

BCS Sugar Bowl 2008