Palmer Ridge QB Derek Hester evolved from to sensational senior

Palmer Ridge QB Derek Hester (4) scrambles on a keeper against Ponderosa in the first quarter at Don Breese Stadium September 23, 2022. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)

By Patrick Saunders | psaunders@denverpost.com | The Denver Post

PUBLISHED: November 28, 2023 at 5:27 PM MST | UPDATED: November 28, 2023 at 5:30 PM MST

Getting your player ready...

Palmer Ridge quarterback Derek Hester was a super sophomore. Now he's a sensational senior with a chance to lead the Bears to a state championship.

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