News Summary
Mission Viejo powered to a 56-7 victory against Long Beach Poly during a thrilling homecoming football game. Quarterback Luke Fahey shone with 325 passing yards and three total touchdowns, leading the Diablos to their sixth win of the season. As they gear up for a bye week, Mission Viejo solidifies its position before entering the Alpha League. Long Beach Poly struggled to maintain momentum after a promising start, facing challenges on both offense and defense. The defeat leaves them looking for solutions ahead of their next matchup against Millikan.
Mission Viejo dominated Long Beach Poly with a decisive 56-7 victory in a homecoming football matchup at Mission Viejo High. The win improved Mission Viejo’s record to 6-1 as the team prepares for a bye week before beginning Alpha League play against rival San Clemente on October 17. Meanwhile, Long Beach Poly’s record dropped to 3-3, although they remain at 2-0 in Moore League, with their next game against rival Millikan scheduled for next week.
Mission Viejo quarterback Luke Fahey, committed to Ohio State, showcased his exceptional skills by completing 22 of 24 passes for a total of 325 yards. He threw touchdown passes of 59 yards and 21 yards to receiver Jack Junker, who had an impressive performance with six catches for 161 yards. In addition to his two touchdown passes, Fahey also scored a rushing touchdown. Davonte Curtis contributed significantly to the offensive effort with two rushing touchdowns, while teammates Carson Vandermade and Noah Carreon added their own rushing touchdowns in the second half.
The Diablos’ remarkable offensive performance was on full display as they did not punt throughout the game, illustrating their dominance. In a critical moment just before halftime, Mission Viejo scored 21 unanswered points in the final 4:33. During this stretch, Long Beach Poly’s offense struggled, registering minus-16 yards. The first quarter was competitive, but Mission Viejo regained the lead thanks to Curtis’ touchdown run, which was followed by significant passing plays resulting in further scores.
Long Beach Poly’s struggles continued into the second half, as they allowed 49 consecutive points to Mission Viejo after managing to tie the game in the second quarter. Long Beach Poly’s quarterback Deuce Jefferson, who had a rushing touchdown earlier in the game, suffered an injury and did not finish the game. As a result, the team faced challenges on both offense and defense, leading to a disappointing outcome.
Coach Justin Utupo of Long Beach Poly emphasized the need for in-game adjustments and expressed concern about the defense’s performance towards the end of the game. The team now has a week to prepare for their upcoming matchup against Millikan, hoping to bounce back from this defeat.
Mission Viejo’s strong performance not only highlights their offensive capabilities but also establishes them as a formidable team as they head into a critical period of their season. Expect to see the Diablos and their key players, including Fahey and Junker, continue to shine as they look forward to their upcoming games. The team aims to maintain their momentum and build on their successes in the Alpha League.
In summary, this comprehensive victory demonstrates Mission Viejo’s offensive power and continues to build their success story for the season while leaving Long Beach Poly searching for answers and improvements ahead of their next challenge.
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