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The Mission Viejo Diablos football team triumphed over Edison with a score of 37-20 at Huntington Beach High School, improving their overall record to 8-1 and league record to 2-0. Despite the win, Coach Chad Johnson emphasized the need for improvement in rushing performance and discipline. Quarterback Luke Fahey excelled with 361 passing yards, while standout receiver Jack Junker had a remarkable game. As they prepare for their final regular season matchup against Los Alamitos, the Diablos aim for an undefeated season amidst rising competition in the Alpha League.
Mission Viejo football team, known as the Diablos, achieved a decisive victory against Edison with a score of 37-20 at Huntington Beach High School. This win brings the Diablos’ overall record to 8-1 and their league record to 2-0, maintaining their top position in the Orange County rankings. The outcome strengthens their chances for a strong finish in the Alpha League as they prepare to face Los Alamitos in their final regular season game on Thursday, October 30.
Despite the win, Coach Chad Johnson pointed out that his team did not play at their best. He recognized the contributions of key players including quarterback Luke Fahey, who led the offensive effort with impressive statistics, and emphasized the need to minimize penalties and improve rushing performance as they head into the final stretch of the season.
In the match against Edison, Fahey completed 22 of 32 passes for a total of 361 yards, throwing two touchdown passes while also rushing for another touchdown himself. This performance marks his third consecutive game of over 300 passing yards. His standout receiver, Jack Junker, recorded 10 receptions accumulating 158 yards and scored two touchdown passes, in addition to rushing for an 8-yard touchdown. The Diablos began the game with an 8-0 lead, but Edison quickly responded with a touchdown from Sam Thompson to Brennan Vares, fueled by an 80-yard drive.
After this initial score, Edison struggled offensively and remained scoreless through the second and third quarters, allowing Mission Viejo to build a substantial lead of 37-13. During the second half, Fahey connected with Junker for touchdown passes of 14 and 24 yards, solidifying the Diablos’ control of the game.
Looking ahead, the Diablos are focused on their upcoming matchup against Los Alamitos, which presents an opportunity to secure first place in the league and aim for an undefeated season for the second year in a row. Meanwhile, the San Clemente high school football team caused a stir by upsetting the Griffins, which added pressure on the Chargers, who are still searching for their first Alpha League victory at 0-2 in league play. They will face San Clemente on Friday, October 31.
Coach Johnson’s dissatisfaction with the team’s penalty counts and rushing efforts highlights areas for improvement. As the season gets closer to its conclusion, the Diablos are gearing up for the challenges ahead while aiming to build on their successful performance so far, led by strategic preparation and leadership.
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Additional Resources
- Sporting News: Crean Lutheran vs Huntington Beach
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- Google Search: High School Football
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