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Mission Viejo secured a strong 34-16 victory against San Clemente in their first Alpha League game. After a tied first half, Mission Viejo took control in the second half, showcasing skill and resilience. Key players included Davonte Curtis, who achieved two rushing touchdowns, and quarterback Luke Fahey, leading with 292 passing yards. This win positions Mission Viejo at the top of Orange County rankings as they prepare for their next matchup against Edison.
Mission Viejo clinched a decisive 34-16 victory over San Clemente in their opening game of the Alpha League on Friday. The contest was tightly contested, with both teams tied at 10-10 at halftime before Mission Viejo found their rhythm in the second half.
The first half was marked by early turnovers, which hindered both teams’ offensive efforts. San Clemente’s quarterback Eiler King completed a touchdown pass to Jaxson Rex, initially giving the Tritons a 7-0 lead. However, Davonte Curtis quickly responded for Mission Viejo, scoring a rushing touchdown to equalize the game at 7-7 during the first quarter. San Clemente regained the lead early in the second quarter when kicker Ethan Miller successfully converted a field goal, making it 10-7.
Mission Viejo replied with a long 47-yard field goal from Caleb Sylvia, tying the score again at 10-10 as the teams headed to the locker room for halftime.
Returning to the field with renewed determination, Mission Viejo dominated the second half. They took a 20-10 lead by the end of the third quarter, starting with a 25-yard field goal by Caleb Sylvia, putting the team ahead at 13-10. Following this, Matthew Dalhover extended the Diablos’ lead with a one-yard rushing touchdown.
In the fourth quarter, Davonte Curtis scored his second rushing touchdown, increasing Mission Viejo’s lead to 27-10. Although San Clemente attempted a comeback with a touchdown pass by second-string quarterback Preston Beck to Shane Kiley, bringing the score to 27-16, Mission Viejo sealed their victory with a 35-yard touchdown pass from Luke Fahey to KJ Woodbury, ending the game at 34-16.
Statistics reflected Mission Viejo’s strong performance, with quarterback Luke Fahey completing 25 of his 31 passes for 292 yards. Jack Junker contributed significantly to the offense with seven receptions for 100 yards, while Davonte Curtis shone with his two rushing touchdowns. Caleb Sylvia also played a key role by successfully kicking field goals of 47 and 25 yards, and he managed all of his kickoffs for touchbacks.
Currently, Mission Viejo holds the top position in Orange County with a strong record of 7-1, while San Clemente’s record stands at 4-4, ranking them No. 12 in the county. Looking ahead, Mission Viejo will face Edison in their next matchup, while San Clemente will take on Los Alamitos.
This game showcased the resilience and skill of Mission Viejo, setting a promising tone for the remainder of the Alpha League season.
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- Sporting News: Mission Viejo vs. San Clemente Live Updates
- OC Register: Mission Viejo Football Surges Past San Clemente
- USA Today High School Sports: Watch San Clemente vs. Mission Viejo
- MaxPreps: Mission Viejo’s Third Consecutive Win Recap
- MaxPreps: Game Preview San Clemente vs. Mission Viejo
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Google Search: Mission Viejo football
- Google Scholar: High School Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- Google News: Mission Viejo football
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