News Summary
In a thrilling nonleague matchup, Mission Viejo football triumphed over Chaparral with a score of 36-21. The Diablos advanced their record to 5-1, thanks to key performances from quarterback Luke Fahey and safety Ryder Brown. After trailing early, Mission Viejo showed resilience, scoring multiple touchdowns to secure the win. Chaparral, now at 2-3, struggled in the second half, failing to add to their initial lead. This game marks an important turning point for both teams as they prepare for upcoming matchups.
Mission Viejo Secures 36-21 Victory Over Chaparral in Road Game
Mission Viejo football triumphed over Chaparral with a final score of 36-21 in a nonleague matchup on the road. This victory advances Mission Viejo’s season record to 5-1, while Chaparral’s record now stands at 2-3.
Ranked No. 4 in the Inland Empire, Mission Viejo displayed a strong performance while Chaparral, ranked No. 6, was unable to maintain its earlier momentum, leading 21-7 at one point during the game. After the Pumas took an initial lead, Mission Viejo surged back, demonstrating resilience and skill.
Key Performances
One of the turning points of the game occurred when Mission Viejo’s safety, Ryder Brown, made a crucial interception. This pivotal play allowed the Diablos to secure a late second-half touchdown, pushing the score to 28-7. The offensive efforts were spearheaded by quarterback Luke Fahey, who completed 15 of 23 passes for a total of 234 yards and 3 touchdowns, alongside rushing for an additional 2 touchdowns. Running back Davonte Curtis contributed significantly with 98 rushing yards from 14 carries, while wide receiver Jack Junker played a vital role with 4 receptions totaling 70 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Chaparral’s Struggles
Despite starting strong, Chaparral could not capitalize on their early lead. The Pumas failed to score in the second half, a situation that left their coach, Andrew Ramer, describing the game as a “gut-wrencher.” He emphasized the importance of addressing missed opportunities and the mistakes made by his team throughout the match. Quarterback Dane Weber struggled initially, managing only 17 passing yards and 2 interceptions in the first half. However, he later rebounded to finish with 166 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Mission Viejo’s Season Overview
This victory was particularly significant for Mission Viejo after their previous loss to McCallie (25-14). The team was eager to avoid back-to-back defeats, a situation they have not experienced since 2014. This season, the Diablos have played a challenging series of four road games and are set to return home next week for a matchup against Long Beach Poly.
Coach Chad Johnson addressed the need for improvement, reminding his players to take responsibility for their performance and correct repetitive mistakes moving forward as they gear up for the next game. As the Pumas prepare to enter Big West Conference-Upper Division play next week, they will need to regroup and address their areas of weakness to better their standing.
With both teams vying for better records in the ongoing season, the performance observed during this game will certainly be crucial for their future matchups.
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Additional Resources
- OC Register: Mission Viejo Football Pulls Away from Chaparral
- MaxPreps: Mission Viejo vs. Chaparral Game Preview
- SI: Live Updates – Mission Viejo at San Diego Lincoln
- Times Free Press: McCallie’s Manhandling of Mission Viejo
- Wikipedia: High School Football
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