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Mission Viejo showcased a dominant performance against Long Beach Polytechnic High School, winning 56-7 and improving their record to 6-1. The team’s quarterback, Luke Fahey, was particularly impressive, completing 22 of 24 passes for 325 yards and two touchdowns. Key contributions came from players like Jack Junker, Davonte Curtis, and the defense, which held Long Beach Poly from punting. Long Beach’s record dropped to 3-3 as they prepare for their next matchup. This victory sets the stage for Mission Viejo’s upcoming challenges in the Alpha League.
Mission Viejo dominated Long Beach Polytechnic High School with a resounding 56-7 victory on Friday evening, improving their record to 6-1. The game featured a powerful performance by Mission Viejo, especially in the closing minutes of the first half, where they scored 21 points in the last 4:33.
Following this decisive win, Mission Viejo will enter a bye week before facing off against rival San Clemente on October 17 in their upcoming Alpha League play. Meanwhile, Long Beach Poly’s record drops to 3-3, and they are set to return to Moore League play against Millikan next week.
Key players for Mission Viejo included quarterback Luke Fahey, who completed 22 of 24 passes for a remarkable 325 yards, throwing two touchdown passes. Jack Junker, a junior receiver, had an impressive night, catching six passes for 161 yards, including two touchdowns. Additionally, Davonte Curtis contributed significantly with two rushing touchdowns, and other touchdowns in the second half came from Carson Vandermade and Noah Carreon. The team’s defense also shone, as they did not allow Long Beach Poly to punt during the game.
The game started competitively, with Long Beach Poly managing to tie at 7 after scoring early on. However, the momentum shifted significantly in the second quarter, during which Mission Viejo took control of the match. Long Beach Poly coach Justin Utupo remarked that the team showed competitiveness at the beginning but faltered later in the game.
In terms of injuries, Long Beach Poly’s quarterback Deuce Jefferson threw for 64 yards and managed to rush for a touchdown before leaving the game due to an injury. In his absence, Legend Galeai took over the quarterback responsibilities in the fourth quarter, throwing an interception on his first pass attempt. For Mission Viejo, receiver Vance Spafford, who is committed to Miami, did not play due to injury, but coach Chad Johnson expressed expectations of his return after the bye week.
For fans unable to attend the match, the game was available for live streaming on the NFHS Network, which provides nationwide access to high school sports, enabling viewers to watch games on various devices, including mobile apps for iOS and Android and TV apps for ROKU, Amazon Fire, Google TV, and Apple TV.
This stellar performance by Mission Viejo solidifies their status in high school football, showcasing the talents of key players and a solid defense. As both teams prepare for their upcoming games, the implications of their performances will be critical in the remainder of the season.
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Additional Resources
- USA Today High School Sports
- MaxPreps: Mission Viejo vs Long Beach Poly Preview
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