Orange High School Football Triumphs in 5-Overtime Thriller

Orange High School Football Triumphs in 5-Overtime Thriller

Orange, California – In a nail-biting finish, the Orange High School football team edged out Laguna Hills 46-43 in an exhilarating five-overtime game held at El Modena High School. This hard-fought victory improved Orange’s overall record to 1-1 for the season.

With the game on the line, Isaac Harrison scored the decisive touchdown, sealing the deal for Orange. Quarterback Star Thomas had an outstanding performance, passing for 334 yards and two touchdowns. Additionally, he showcased his dual-threat capability by rushing for 196 yards and adding two rushing touchdowns to his impressive stats.

Orange’s offense was bolstered by Malahki Allen, who contributed significantly with 90 receiving yards and one touchdown. Wesley Lundell also made a notable impact with a touchdown catch.

On the other side, Laguna Hills, which now holds a record of 1-1, saw standout performances from Adam Maldonado, who led his team in receiving and also added a rushing touchdown. The contest reached its peak intensity during the fourth quarter when Jaxson Vanderbeek scored a crucial touchdown for Laguna Hills, tying the game.

With time running out in regulation, Nathaniel Mammen kicked a game-tying field goal, demonstrating poise under pressure. Mammen further contributed during the overtime periods with two field goals, bringing the tension to an all-time high as both teams battled for supremacy. Ultimately, it was Harrison’s game-winning play that sent the Orange fans into a frenzy.

Other High School Football Results

In addition to the thrilling matchup at El Modena High, several other high school football games took place on the same Friday:

• Esperanza defeated Fountain Valley 35-17, with quarterback Travis Frazier passing for 344 yards and five touchdowns.
• Capistrano Valley overcame Campo Verde 26-16 despite committing four turnovers; Talon Spencer passed for three touchdowns.
• San Clemente secured a 35-15 victory over Riverton (UT), with Eiler King completing 20 of 25 passes for 234 yards and two touchdowns.
• Mission Viejo crushed St. Paul 59-14, thanks to Luke Fahey‘s impressive performance of 23 of 26 passes for over 350 yards and three touchdowns.
• El Dorado won against Redondo Union 31-6, where Hudson Shaddow threw three touchdown passes.
• Laguna Beach shut out Santa Monica 42-0 with Jack Hooper scoring on a kick return and an interception return touchdown.
• Pacifica narrowly defeated Garden Grove 28-21, with Ma’kai Brown scoring the game-winning touchdown.
• Anaheim triumphed over Katella 34-13, led by Jacob Campos, who scored a rushing touchdown and threw two touchdown passes.
• Dana Hills bested El Modena 30-14; Radley Geiss rushed for 155 yards and two touchdowns.
• Canyon defeated Ayala 26-7, with quarterback Alex Lundsberg passing for 364 yards.
• Kennedy delivered a commanding 37-0 shutout against Woodbridge, with Derek Almazan throwing two touchdown passes.
• Ocean View secured a victory over Bolsa Grande 16-0, showcasing a solid defensive performance that included six sacks.
• Estancia triumphed over Costa Mesa 29-21, driven by Kai Bargas who threw two touchdown passes for the win.

Conclusion

The thrilling five-overtime offensive showcase not only provided an exhilarating experience for fans but also highlighted the resilience and talent of both teams. As the season progresses, the competition remains fierce, with teams vying for pivotal victories.