TEMPE, AZ - OCTOBER 28:USC defenders celebrate during a college football game between the USC Trojans and the ASU Sun Devils on OCTOBER 28, 2017 at the Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.(Photo by Jordon Kelly/ fi360 News)
TEMPE, AZ – OCTOBER 28: USC Deontay Burnett with a touchdown catch during a college football game between the USC Trojans and the ASU Sun Devils on OCTOBER 28, 2017 at the Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.(Photo by Jordon Kelly/ fi360 News)
Tempe, AZ- The heat of the desert was just what the USC Trojans needed to bounce back and cool off the red hot Arizona Sun Devils 48-17 Saturday night.
Just what the doctor order for USC to get back on track Student Body right, with Ronald Jones the II and that running game ran for 216 yards with two touchdowns against the Sun Devils.
To open up the second quarter Jones took one 67 yards for his first touchdown to make it 21-3 before the Sun Devils could look up.
TEMPE, AZ – OCTOBER 28:Ronald Jones II scoring during a college football game between the USC Trojans and the ASU Sun Devils on OCTOBER 28, 2017 at the Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.(Photo by Jordon Kelly/ fi360 News)
Sam Darnold of old was back in pocket letting his playmakers make magic for him and not pressing the issue. He capped off 9 play 75 yard drive with 32 yard touchdown to Deontay Burnett.
“It definitely feels good,” said Darnold after his performance.
The Arizona State defense just could not mask their coverage enough to slow Darnold down.
The freshman Tyler Vaughs for USC chose the right game to break out and show case his receiving skills. Vaughs finished the day with 6 catches for 126 yards with two touchdowns.
TEMPE, AZ – OCTOBER 28: Tyler Vaughns eyeing the end zone during a college football game between the USC Trojans and the ASU Sun Devils on OCTOBER 28, 2017 at the Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.(Photo by Jordon Kelly/ fi360 News)
The offense for USC found its groove even the defense got in on the scoring train with a 37 yard pick six by safety Ykili Ross.
The Sun Devils came into this game red hot with quality wins the past few weeks over once unbeaten Washington and Utah.
TEMPE, AZ – OCTOBER 28:Manny Wilkins back to pass during a college football game between the USC Trojans and the ASU Sun Devils on OCTOBER 28, 2017 at the Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.(Photo by Jordon Kelly/ fi360 News)
Behind the arm of Manny Wilkins Sun Devils were able to pass for 259 yards and a touchdown. They just were not able to stay ahead of the sticks all game. On third down they were 1-12 in picking up first downs. They never found a rhythm against USC.
“I think we are really gonna turn it around here from here and be the team we really want to be.” said safety Chris Hawkins
Now USC will host Arizona Wildcats next Saturday November 4th at 7:45pm for Homecoming.
EUGENE, OR - October 28: #11 Oregon QB Braxton Burmeister scrambles during a game between the Oregon Ducks and Utah Utes in Eugene, OR. Oregon. Final Score Oregon 41 Utah 20. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 news).
EUGENE, OR – October 28: #11 Utah WR Raelon Singleton is tackled by #2 Oregon S Tyree Robinson during a game between the Oregon Ducks and Utah Utes in Eugene, OR. Oregon. Final Score Oregon 41 Utah 20. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 news).
Eugene, OR- With one of most impressive games of the season, regardless of Herbert’s absence, the Ducks showed out with a 41-20 victory over the Utes.
The Oregon Ducks (5-4, 2-4 Pac-12), the underdog of the afternoon, took the field desperate to squash their consecutive 3-game losing streak and keep their hopes for bowl game eligibility alive.
Favored by a field goal, the Utah Utes arrived at Autzen with an overall record of 4-3 and 1-3 in the Pac-12 was determined to silence the 56,154 fans in attendance. Despite the numerous Oregon injuries that have plagued the team’s season, Whittingham’s Utah Utes and ex-Oregon wide receiver Darren Carrington were no match for the Mighty Ducks.
One of the most notable moments of the game occurred in the third quarter when quarterback Braxton Burmeister connected to wide receiver Charles Nelson who bear crawled out of a tackle and completed a once-in-a-lifetime pass to tight end Jacob Breeland in the end zone for a touchdown. Nelson, eager for a touchdown throw all season, stated the play was practiced only once all week.
EUGENE, OR – October 28: #20 Oregon RB Tony Brooks-James rushes during a game between the Oregon Ducks and Utah Utes in Eugene, OR. Oregon. Final Score Oregon 41 Utah 20. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 news).
Taggart, Oregon’s head coach, called the play but a false start penalty brought the line back and when Taggart called the play a second time, Nelson joked that “I might have been smiling to the guy who was guarding me”. The touchdown made it a 14-point game and Utah failed to score until the fourth.
Late in the second quarter, Cornerback Ugochukwu Amadi put Carrington and the Utah sideline to sleep when he recovered his ex-teammate’s fumble for a 47-yard carry to the end zone. The Ducks never let up their lead and Amadi’s touchdown put Oregon up, 17-3.
Breaking La Michael James’ record last weekend vs. UCLA, running back Royce Freeman became the second all-time for rushing yards in the Pac-12 Conference with 5,103 yards.
EUGENE, OR – October 28: #21 Oregon RB Royce Freeman carries the ball during a game between the Oregon Ducks and Utah Utes in Eugene, OR. Oregon. Final Score Oregon 41 Utah 20. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 news).
After tonight’s win, Freeman joins James as one of the only Ducks with three 1,000-yard rushing seasons. Freeman attributes his success as running back to his strong and powerful offensive line.
“In order to run the ball successfully, that is all praise to the offensive line and I am very grateful to have them up front”, says Freeman.
When asked how it felt to be playing in the presence of 2014 Heisman winner and Oregon football legend, Marcus Mariota, Freeman expressed that “seeing alumni, like Marcus, who have been so successful at the University around motivates you, there are no better guys to see”.
Although Taggart continues to withhold details regarding Herbert’s medical status, a confident Burmeister controlled the ball on offense more so than previous weeks.
EUGENE, OR – October 28: Former Oregon QB and Heisman Trophy winner (2014) Marcus Mariota on the sidelines during a game between the Oregon Ducks and Utah Utes in Eugene, OR. Oregon. Final Score Oregon 41 Utah 20. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 news).
Burmeister finished with a lack luster 47 passing yards compared to Utah’s quarterback Tyler Huntley’s 293 passing yards. According to Taggart, he was proud of the improvements his freshman quarterback made this week.
“I thought Braxton did a good job, it was great for him to be at home and get his first victory as a starting quarterback”, says Taggart. When asked if Herbert has been medically cleared yet, Taggart responds with a laugh, “he’s throwing the football… and drinking his milk”.
Utah failed to make it happen this afternoon on offense, only scoring two touchdowns. Utah’s Kicker Matt Gay, the nation’s field goal leader, picked up the slack but missed one field goal late in the third quarter. The Duck’s dominated the rushing game with 347 yards to Utah’s 91.
The Ducks sent the Utes’ home discouraged and with their fourth loss on the season, making them the worst team in the Pac-12 South.
With their new found confidence, Oregon travels to Seattle next week on Saturday November 4th to face the No. 12 Washington Huskies, who remain undefeated at home.
October 28, 2017 Seattle, WA UCLA Bruins vs Washington Huskies at Huskies Stadium on October 28, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
UCLA Bruins vs Washington Huskies at Huskies Stadium on October 28, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
Seattle, WA – All day long when the Washington Huskies wanted to move the sticks, running back Myles Gaskin was ready Saturday at Huskies Stadium.
Gaskin torched the UCLA Bruins defense for 169 yards on 27 carries to lift the Huskies to 44-23 victory.
Finishing with their heads held high, UCLA Bruin Osa Odighizuwa returns a 51-yard fumble for a touchdown for the last points of the game.
UCLA Defensive End Osa Odighizuwa rumbles for 51 fumble recovery for a touchdown in the UCLA Bruins vs Washington Huskies at Huskies Stadium on October 28, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image360)
The Seattle fog lifted as the UCLA Bruins California sun covered Husky Stadium for the 12:41 PM PT kickoff.
Running with momentum from last week’s victory over the Oregon Ducks in Pasadena, the Bruins run into superior competition against the No.12 ranked Washington Huskies.
UCLA quarterback, Josh Rosen, battled the Husky defense, battling two separate sacks within the first quarter. Thanks to the roughing the passer penalty, life was given to a fresh set of downs to give the Bruins for the first field goal of the game.
Darren Andrews with a big second half catch in the UCLA Bruins vs Washington Huskies at Huskies Stadium on October 28, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
Washington quarterback Jake Browning rushed for the first touchdown of the game to give the Huskies their first lead 7-3 and finish the game 98 yards in the air.
UCLA responds with a Jordan Wilson 7 yard touchdown reception via Josh Rosen.
Senior running back Lavon Coleman had a career day rushing for three touchdowns, which sealed the game for the run heavy Huskies.
The Bruins’ fate was all but written in the stars due to their bottom of the league rushing defense.
Having Rosen pulled from the game, freshman Devon Modster did the best he could leading the Bruins, having his first ever career touchdown pass at the beginning of the fourth quarter.
Adarius Pickett tackling Myles Gaskin in the UCLA Bruins vs Washington Huskies at Huskies Stadium on October 28, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
“You know, it’s really his first time playing. He (Modster) led us down there to a touchdown. I think the thing we were mostly watching was his demeanor out there and how he handled things. I didn’t sense any panic in him or any fear,” said coach Jim Mora.
Following the defeat, UCLA coach Jim Mora stated, “I don’t know what it looked like from the stands or on TV and I don’t really care because I know these guys and I know what they’re made of. You know, we’ll just regroup, we’ll see who’s available to play, and we’ll put first our best effort again. It was a disappointing and tough loss for all of us. You know, we worked hard to get this win and we weren’t able to get it done.”
UCLA will travel to Salt Lake City to take on the Utah Utes next Saturday.
EUGENE, OR - October 7: A general view during a game between the Oregon Ducks and Washington State Cougars in Eugene, OR. Washington State defeated Oregon 33-10 (Photo by Ben Ludeman).
EUGENE, OR – October 7: #2 Oregon S Tyree Robinson explains the play to #4 Oregon CB Thomas Graham Jr. during a game Eugene, OR. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
Eugene, OR – With an overall record of 4-4 and a reputation of being the second worst team in the Pac-12, the Oregon Ducks are struggling to stay out of their own way, according to head coach Willie Taggart. Coming off of a hard loss to UCLA Oregon gears up to play Utah (4-3, 1-3) this weekend. Taggart stresses they must play the best they can, regardless of the multiple injuries they have suffered this season.
At this time, there is no say if Justin Herbert will be suiting up. Herbert has been out with a collarbone injury as of Sep. 30th when the Ducks’ won 45-24 against the California Bears. Since Herbert’s absence, Oregon has accumulated a three game losing streak. When Taggart was asked if Herbert plans to return to the field, “Justin’s throwing passes, he’s doing whatever Justin like to do right now… don’t tease me”, Taggart teases with a smirk.
EUGENE, OR – October 7: The Oregon mascot AKA Puddles during a game. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
When asked how Oregon plans to take control, Taggart stresses forcing turnovers, playing solid defense and making progressive improvements daily. On offense, taking care of the football is the main objective. Taggart expresses worry over proper preparation with formulating 15 play drives when he sees his team not running the correct routes. “We got to find ways to get those explosive plays that we were getting earlier in the year and that will help our football team out tremendously”, said Taggart.
Struggling to find their offensive identity and power plays, Taggart has high hopes for his Ducks this weekend. Tune in as Oregon hosts the Utah Utes (4-3, 1-3) this Saturday at 2:45 p.m., televised on Pac-12 Networks.
CORVALLIS, OR - October 26: #4 Oregon State RB Thomas Tyner breaks a tackle from #8 Stanford SS Justin Reid on his way to a TD during a game between the Oregon State Beavers and Stanford Cardinal in Corvallis, OR. Stanford beat Oregon State 15-14. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
CORVALLIS, OR – October 26: #4 Oregon State RB Thomas Tyner dives for a TD during a game between the Oregon State Beavers and Stanford Cardinal in Corvallis, OR. Stanford beat Oregon State 15-14. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
Corvallis, OR – Returning from a bye week Oregon State looked to slow the No. 20 Stanford Cardinal at home, the fourth top 25 ranked opponent for the Beavers this season.
The Stanford Cardinal shattered any hopes the Beavers had of an upset as quarterback Keller Chryst threw his only touchdown of the night to wide receiver JJ Arcega-Whiteside take the lead for the Cardinal and the victory 15-14.
Oregon State was primed to secure their upset victory as they led Stanford 14-9 with 2:38 left in the fourth quarter. Similarly to the end of the first half the Beavers attempted to run the clock down when Ryan Nall fumbled and the Cardinal recovered on the Oregon State 43 yard line.
CORVALLIS, OR – October 26: #34 Oregon State RB Ryan Nall breaks a tackle from #24 Stanford CB Quenton Meeks during a game between the Oregon State Beavers and Stanford Cardinal in Corvallis, OR. Stanford beat Oregon State 15-14. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
Even after the costly mistake the Oregon State defense was in a position to become the heroes of the night in front of a crowd that was ready to storm the field after they forced another Cardinal fourth down. Prior to the snap coach Hall frantically tried to call timeout to make an adjustment in his secondary however the referee did not notice and Stanford was able to convert on fourth down.
Notably absent from the Thursday night Pac-12 Conference matchup was Stanford Heisman hopeful and national rushing leader Bryce Love, who was inactive with an ankle injury.
CORVALLIS, OR – October 26: #32 Oregon State ILB Jonathan Willis celebrates a sack during a game between the Oregon State Beavers and Stanford Cardinal in Corvallis, OR. Stanford beat Oregon State 15-14. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
After a scoreless and slow first quarter, Oregon State looked to get their playmaker Ryan Nall involved any way possible. Running Nall out of wildcat, designed zone reads and taking direct snaps, Nall led the Beavers to their first scoring drive of the night with 47 rushing yards that series alone. A 3-yard touchdown rush by quarterback Darell Garretson quickly capped off the drive giving the Beavers their first lead of the game at 7-3.
Following two impressive defensive stands the Beavers were 1st and 10 on their own 18-yard line with 51 seconds left in the half. Set to receive the ball at the start of the second half, Oregon State was attempting to conservatively run the clock out and maintain a lead of 4 points when Garretson lost a costly fumble on a miscommunication between himself and Ryan Nall. The fumble set up another Cardinal field goal cutting the Beaver’s lead to 1 at 7-6 to end of the first half.
On the opening drive of the second half Oregon State’s offense found the end zone again, this time with an 18-yard touchdown run by Thomas Tyner extending their lead to 8 at 14-6. The Cardinal would later counter with their third field goal of the night bringing the score to 14-9.
CORVALLIS, OR – October 26: Oregon State Interim Head Coach Cory Hall during a game between the Oregon State Beavers and Stanford Cardinal in Corvallis, OR. Stanford beat Oregon State 15-14. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
After the game Oregon State interim head coach Cory Hall stated, “Beaver football is changing”.
When asked where the change has come from Hall replied, “I’ve always believed a team is going to take on the identity of their head coach, and I’m no one to be pushed around”.
This newfound mentality has been obvious since Hall’s takeover on October 9th, when former head coach Gary Anderson and Oregon State mutually parted ways.
CORVALLIS, OR – October 26: #19 Stanford WR JJ Arcega-Whiteside turns upfield during a game between the Oregon State Beavers and Stanford Cardinal in Corvallis, OR. Stanford beat Oregon State 15-14. (Photo by Ben Ludeman / fi360 News).
In only his second game as interim head coach Hall’s Beavers held the high-powered Stanford offence that scored 58, 34, 23 and 49 points respectively in their last four games to only 15 total points. An admirable feat regardless of Bryce Love’s absence from the team who allowed Portland State to amount 32 points earlier this season under Anderson.
Oregon State may not have won the upset they had dreamt of tonight, but in an already lost season the “change” that coach Hall has been able to instill in his short time in charge is far more important.
October 24, 2017 LENNOX, CA Los Angeles Chargers, California Dairy Farmers and Fuel Up to Play 60 to Award Lennox School District $10,000 for Student Wellness at Jefferson Elementary on October 24, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
Los Angeles Chargers Desmond King addressing the crowd at the Los Angeles Chargers, California Dairy Farmers and Fuel Up to Play 60 to Award Lennox School District $10,000 for Student Wellness at Jefferson Elementary on October 24, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
Lennox, Ca – The students were fired up for an outdoor assembly with the Los Angeles Chargers and two local dairy farmers at Jefferson Elementary on Tuesday morning.
Lennox School District was awarded a $10,000 grant to support healthy eating and physical activity wellness programs in schools. The grant is from the Los Angeles Chargers and Real California Milk, representing California’s dairy farm families.
Representatives from the school district, Jefferson Elementary and CMAB were on hand for the assembly with Chargers players Desmond King, Austin Ekeler, Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson and Chargers Girls to present the grant. They also gave encouraging words to the students and participate in activity drills with them.
LaDainian Tomlinson giving encouraging words at the Los Angeles Chargers, California Dairy Farmers and Fuel Up to Play 60 to Award Lennox School District $10,000 for Student Wellness at Jefferson Elementary on October 24, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
“I had a dream in the 5th grade, first I had to get good grades, listen to my teachers, and my parents,” said Tomlinson.
There were two common themes today, the benefits of Milk and importance of education. The NFL players and local Farmers gave the Lennox students few words to remember as great foundation and some great cereal favorites.
“Stay healthy and treat your body right,” said King “My Mother showed me the ways to work hard and shoot for the stars.”
Just before the kids went to field to do some fun drills with the Chargers players the dignitaries that included Mayor Butts, Superintendent Kent Taylor, Farmers Brian Schouten, and Michael Oosten did a milk toast.
Fuel Up to Play 60 is an in-school physical activity and nutrition program created by the National Dairy Council in collaboration with the National Football League and supported in the state by the California’s 1,300 dairy farm families. The program encourages youth to consume a balance diet including low-fat and fat-free dairy products, fruits, vegetables, lean meats and whole grains while achieving at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.
Local California Dairy Farmers Brian Schouten (L) and Michael Oosten (R) speaking at the Los Angeles Chargers, California Dairy Farmers and Fuel Up to Play 60 to Award Lennox School District $10,000 for Student Wellness at Jefferson Elementary on October 24, 2017. (Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360)
The Lennox School District will have use this grant to fund programs throughout their whole K-8 district.
Khalil Tate running during the Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl on October 1, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Pac-12 Football Players of the Week – Week 8
OFFENSIVE: Khalil Tate, So., QB, Arizona (Inglewood, Calif.) • For the first time since USC’s Rodney Peete in 1988, Tate has been selected the Pac-12 Football Offensive Player of the Week for the third week in a row. • In his second start of the season, Tate led Arizona to a thrilling 45-44 double-overtime victory at California. • The sophomore totaled 303 yards of offense and three touchdowns. • Produced a third-straight 100-yard rushing game with 137 yards on 17 carries, including a career-long 76-yard touchdown run. • Completed 10-of-15 passes for 166 yards and two touchdowns, the last a 22-yard completion in the second overtime which, with the subsequent extra point kick, was the winning score. • Tate has three runs of at least 70 yards in three consecutive games.
Khalil Tate at the Arizona Wildcats vs UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl on October 1, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
DEFENSIVE: Colin Schooler, Fr., LB, Arizona (Dana Point, Calif.) • Schooler delivered the defensive play of the game to seal a road victory for Arizona, which held off California in a 45-44 double-overtime thriller. • Broke up the potential game-winning pass in the back of the endzone as the Golden Bears attempted a two-point conversion. • Also delivered a career-best 15 tackles, which is a team season-high for Arizona. • The freshman totaled 1.5 tackles for loss, forced a fumble and was credited for one quarterback hurry as the Wildcats held on for their first road overtime victory in program history.
SPECIAL TEAMS: Brandon Ruiz, Fr., PK, Arizona State (Gilbert, Ariz.) • Was perfect for the day, connecting on all three of his field goal attempts (47, 40, 30 yards) and all three PATs. • Scored ASU’s first nine points of the game in helping the Sun Devils come away with points on their first three possessions to take a 9-0 lead after one quarter. • Four of Ruiz’ seven kickoffs were touchbacks. Utah’s average starting field position on the seven kickoffs was its own 21-yard line.
ALSO NOMINATED: OFFENSIVE: Demario Richard, ASU; Christian Pabico, UCLA; Luke Falk, WSU. DEFENSIVE: Christian Sam, ASU; Jaleel Wadood, UCLA; Jalen Thompson, WSU. SPECIAL TEAMS: Stefan Flintoft, UCLA; Mitch Wishnowsky, UTAH.
Kristopher Hutson running after the catch during the High School Football Santa Margarita Eagles vs St. John Bosco Braves October 20, 2017 at Murdock Stadium at El Camino College. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
PASADENA, CA - OCTOBER 21: Austin Roberts during a college football game between the Oregon Ducks and the UCLA Bruins on OCTOBER 21, 2017 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/fi360News)
PASADENA, CA – OCTOBER 21: UCLA Christian Pabico leaving the pack during a college football game between the Oregon Ducks and the UCLA Bruins on October 21, 2017 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/fi360 News)
Pasadena, CA – A Bruin team desperate for a win came out and played desperation football Saturday at the Rose Bowl. UCLA ended its 6-game losing streak to Oregon with a 31-14 victory over the Ducks.
If UCLA wanted to keep alive any possibility of playing in a bowl game at the end of the season, a loss to Oregon wasn’t going to suffice.
In a season where UCLA’s defense hasn’t given QB Josh Rosen much of an opportunity to play with a modest lead, the Bruins jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead in the first quarter.
PASADENA, CA – OCTOBER 21: Oregon running back Royce Freeman running during a college football game between the Oregon Ducks and the UCLA Bruins on OCTOBER 21, 2017 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/fi360 News)
Both UCLA’s offense and defense took a step down in the 2nd quarter. Oregon shortened the Bruins lead to 7 on a 7-yard touchdown run by Oregon QB Braxton Burmeister. Burmeister would reach the end zone once again in the quarter, this time from 4-yards on a read-option.
UCLA’s offense fell out of rhythm after its first two drives and failed to get points on the board in the 2nd quarter to send both teams into the half tied at 14.
An Achilles heel for the UCLA defense the entire campaign has been allowing teams to convert on third and long situations. In the first, a couple of penalties on third down for the Bruins prolonged multiplied drives for the Ducks.
In the second half, UCLA’s defense forced Oregon into several third and long situations and much to head coach Jim Mora’s pleasure, they were able to get off the field.
“We performed really well today,” said safety Adarius Pickett, “It’s extremely important to get any turnover.”
PASADENA, CA – OCTOBER 21: Jaleel Wadood making a tackle during a college football game between the Oregon Ducks and the UCLA Bruins on OCTOBER 21, 2017 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/fi360 News)
Mora has been vocal about not having enough takeaways on the defensive end. In the first half, UCLA was able to cash in on a fumble recovery to give the team an early 7-0 lead. In the second, although they weren’t able to take advantage, UCLA’s defense gave its offense another extra possession when they picked off Burmeister in the third quarter.
UCLA added to their 17-14 lead in the 3rd quarter on a 40 play 87-yard drive that ended with a spectacular 22-yard touchdown run by Bolu Olorunfunmi. The Bruins added to their lead with a 1-yard touchdown pass from Rosen to Darren Andrews in the fourth quarter. UCLA held the Ducks scoreless in the second half.
PASADENA, CA – OCTOBER 21: Josh Rosen in the pocket during a college football game between the Oregon Ducks and the UCLA Bruins on OCTOBER 21, 2017 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/fi360 News)
Rosen finished the game 21 of 36 for 266 yards and 2 touchdowns. Walk-on WR Christian Pabico had himself a coming out party and lead the team with 99 yard receiving and 1 touchdown on 4 catches.
“We had some guys step up and do a tremendous job,” said coach Jim Mora, “That’s what it takes, takes a team banding together.”
UCLA will travel to Washington next week to take on the Huskies Stadium.
High School Football Santa Margarita Eagles vs St. John Bosco Braves October 20, 2017 at Murdock Stadium at El Camino College. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Kristopher Hutson running after the catch during the High School Football Santa Margarita Eagles vs St. John Bosco Braves October 20, 2017 at Murdock Stadium at El Camino College. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Torrance, Ca- On Senior night St John Bosco Braves got all they could handle on the field from visiting Santa Margarita Eagles in close one 40-38 victory at Murdock Stadium at El Camino College.
Bosco now played back to back weeks at Murdock so the team is starting to feel at home and obtaining this hard fought win was well worth it.
Players make plays is a calling card for coaches, like Jason Negro who looks to put top kids on the field and expects them to perform.
Sophomore sensation Kristopher Hutson scored two touchdowns for the Braves to have a breakout game.
“It felt really good,” said Hutson “I was hungry and I had to step up and make plays.”
Josiah Norwood breaking out the pocket during the High School Football Santa Margarita Eagles vs St. John Bosco Braves October 20, 2017 at Murdock Stadium at El Camino College. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Santa Margarita started the game fast scoring the first 14 points behind quarterback Josaih Norwood. He scored second touchdown standing tall walking in end zone in 1st quarter 5:05 on the clock.
After first few series the momentum switched over to the Braves who scored 23 unanswered points to take lead 23-14 at the half.
DJ Uiagaleei standing 6’4 240 pounds throwing darts from the pocket that started to open up the running game. He threw for 400 yards passing and two touchdowns leading his team to victory.
DJ Uiagaleei surveying the field during the High School Football Santa Margarita Eagles vs St. John Bosco Braves October 20, 2017 at Murdock Stadium at El Camino College. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
Eagles defense lack of size they made up for it with heart and effort. They had three fourth down stops in the red zone slowing down the Braves.
The Eagles offensive battled back but in the end was a field goal away from a win.
John McCartan reaching out to secure the catch during the Santa Margarita Eagles vs St. John Bosco Braves October 20, 2017 at Murdock Stadium at El Camino College. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)
These teams will continue to battle in Trinity League play for the rest of the season.
