News Summary
Mission Viejo achieved a decisive 26-6 victory over San Juan Hills, marking their third consecutive win of the season. Quarterback Bailey McNeal excelled with 187 yards and three touchdowns, while the defense intercepted three passes. This win improves Mission Viejo’s record to 12-13, while San Juan Hills struggles with a 4-16 record. Upcoming games will challenge Mission Viejo as they prepare to face Aliso Niguel and Trabuco Hills. Meanwhile, San Juan Hills is set to compete against San Clemente in their next match.
Mission Viejo secured their third consecutive victory of the season on Thursday, dominating San Juan Hills with a score of 26-6. This decisive win marks the third time Mission Viejo has triumphed over San Juan Hills this season, having previously achieved a 19-0 victory in September.
Quarterback Bailey McNeal had a standout performance, throwing for 187 yards and three touchdowns while completing an impressive 72.2% of her passes, reaching a new career-high. Mission Viejo’s defense also played a crucial role in the victory, intercepting three passes during the game. Defensive players Karlie Franzini and Emma Eldred were pivotal, with Franzini converting one interception into a touchdown. Notably, Eldred has defended at least one pass in each of her last ten games.
With this win, Mission Viejo’s overall record improved to 12-13. In contrast, San Juan Hills is facing tough times, having lost 11 of their last 12 games, bringing their current season record to 4-16. Upcoming, San Juan Hills is scheduled to face San Clemente, with no score reported yet for that match.
Looking ahead, Mission Viejo is set to take on Aliso Niguel, although no score has yet been reported for that contest. Following the upcoming match against Aliso Niguel, Mission Viejo will face a challenging game against Trabuco Hills, known for its solid defense that allows an average of only 14 points per game. Trabuco Hills is currently on a four-game winning streak, having recently squeaked by El Toro with a 13-7 victory.
Recently, Mission Viejo secured a close win against Aliso Niguel, ending that match at 19-14, despite being the lower-ranked team. In this match, McNeal showcased her abilities by throwing for 224 yards, marking her highest total in seven games, and contributing an additional 17 rushing yards. After that victory, Mission Viejo’s overall record rose to 13-13.
In their latest matchup against Trabuco Hills two weeks ago, Mission Viejo faced a tough loss, falling 34-0. The anticipated rematch may prove even more challenging for Mission Viejo as they will be playing away from home. In a particularly notable game, Mission Viejo previously dominated Long Beach Poly with a staggering score of 56-7. This performance was highlighted by quarterback Luke Fahey, who completed 22 of 24 passes for 329 yards, including two touchdown passes. Wide receiver Jack Junker also made headlines, catching six passes for 161 yards and scoring two touchdowns.
Long Beach Poly’s quarterback, Deuce Jefferson, struggled against Mission Viejo’s formidable defense, resulting in his early exit due to injury. Following this defeat, Long Beach Poly’s record fell to 3-3.
As the season progresses, both Mission Viejo and San Juan Hills face different challenges ahead, with Mission Viejo looking to build on their recent successes, while San Juan Hills seeks to turn around their season amidst ongoing struggles.
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- MaxPreps: Trabuco Hills vs. Mission Viejo Preview
- SI: Live Updates – Mission Viejo vs. San Diego Lincoln
- OC Register: Mission Viejo Dominates Long Beach Poly
- Times Free Press: Tennessee Prep Football Roundup
- LA Times: Top 25 Southland High School Football Teams
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Google Search: Mission Viejo Football
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