Los Angeles High Fall Short of CIF State

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December 11, 2016

Los Angeles High Romans vs Sierra Canyon Trailblazers game action at Granada Hills on December 10, 2016 — CIF State Division 2A Regional High School Football Los Angeles High Romans vs Sierra Canyon Trailblazers game action at Granada Hills High on December 10, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Sierra Canyon Bobby Cole following his blocking during CIF State Division 2A Regional High School Football Los Angeles High Romans vs Sierra Canyon Trailblazers game action at Granada Hills High on December 10, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Granada Hills, CA, – Experience pays off for Sierra Canyon Trailblazers who defeated the Los Angeles Romans 21-6 in a defensive battle at John Elway Stadium Saturday night.

Sometimes it pays to do something a second time, for Sierra Canyon who pulled from last year one point heart break away from playing in the state final as their inner power.

“Feels good I’m so proud of these kids,” said Jon Ellinghouse Sierra Canyon head coach “We worked through some adversity, but we had a great mindset this year.”

Daniel Kamulali fighting off LA High defender during the CIF State Division 2A Regional High School Football Los Angeles High Romans vs Sierra Canyon Trailblazers game action at Granada Hills High on December 10, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Sierra Canyon never trailed in this game after scoring in the first quarter on a short field after a questionable personal foul from a big hit on the punt returner. Leo Gomez hauled in a 13 yard touchdown pass from Johnathan Hawkins.

This game was a true defensive battle with few breaks along the way, the score was 7-6 going into the fourth quarter. These two teams lived up to the hype for three quarters.

By the fourth quarter the fans, players, and coaches boiling point was reached due to lack of calls by the officials throughout the game. But in any game bad calls, no calls are bound to happen due to human error and lack of instant replay.

LA High directing traffic on a run during the CIF State Division 2A Regional High School Football Los Angeles High Romans vs Sierra Canyon Trailblazers game action at Granada Hills High on December 10, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

“There’s no reason to be crying or holding your head down sometime extenuating circumstances that we can’t control,” said Eric Scott LA High head coach “Our Job is to play football and you guys did that ….. there are whole lot of teams that didn’t get to play tonight.”

As in life you always have two outcomes you win or have opportunity to learn (teachable moments), we just don’t always teach like coach Scott did..

Sierra Canyon JJ Hernandez scoring 36 yard touchdown catch 21-6 in the CIF State Division 2A Regional High School Football Los Angeles High Romans vs Sierra Canyon Trailblazers game action at Granada Hills High on December 10, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Sierra Canyon running back Bobby Cole was slowed down but kept grinding to the end. Cole broke through in the fourth quarter with a 3 yard touchdown and the breathing room they needed 14-6 in fourth quarter 9:45 left in the game.

“O-Line (offensive line) really got after it today,” said Cole ” Came out and established dominance.”

Now Sierra Canyon will have week to rest up and heal their wounds and be ready to play at Hornets Stadium in Sacramento CA verses Serra (San Mateo, CA) at noon.

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Narbonne Slow Start Kills The Streak

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Eric Ramos

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December 10, 2016

CIF State Division 1AA Regional High School Football Narbonne Gauchos vs Cathedral Catholic Dons game action at Manchester Stadium on December 9, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Narbonne Jalen Chatman’s 14-yard touchdown pass to Tyronne Marshall CIF State Division 1AA Regional High School Football Narbonne Gauchos vs Cathedral Catholic Dons game action at Manchester Stadium on December 9, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

San Diego, CA – Narbonne erased a 21-point deficit on Jalen Chatman’s 14-yard touchdown pass to Tyronne Marshall with just under three minutes left in the fourth quarter.

Cathedral Catholic responded with sophomore Shawn Poma’s fourth touchdown of the game to help the Dons with a 35-28 win over Narbonne in the CIF State Regional playoff on Friday night.

Cathedral Shawn Poma scoring a touchdown in CIF State Division 1AA Regional High School Football Narbonne Gauchos vs Cathedral Catholic Dons game action at Manchester Stadium on December 9, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The Gauchos had one last shot to tie the game from the Dons 17-yard line but Chatman was sacked on the final play of the game.

“We thought we had them (Narbonne),” Cathedral Catholic coach Sean Doyle said. “They stepped their defense up and brought it down to the wire.”

Poma put the Dons on the board first with a 12-yard touchdown run for an early 7-0 lead. Chatman hit Tre Walker on a wide-receiver screen for a 7-yard touchdown to even the score in the second quarter.

CIF State Division 1AA Regional High School Football Narbonne Gauchos vs Cathedral Catholic Dons game action at Manchester Stadium on December 9, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The Dons capped a 9-play, 78-yard drive with Poma’s second touchdown of the game to give Cathedral Catholic a 14-7 lead with 3:04 remaining in the second quarter.

Poma rushed for 174 yards on 26 carries and four touchdowns to lead the Dons.

“I give all the credit to my offensive line,” Poma said. “I got saw the hole and hit it.”

The defending state champion Gauchos had two punts partially blocked, which led to back-to-back touchdowns for the Dons and a 28-7 lead in the third quarter.

Narbonne rallied back with Chatman’s 5-yard touchdown run and Kameron Denmark’s touchdown run from a yard out to pull within 28-21 with 10:05 remaining in the fourth quarter.

Chatman completed 30 of 45 passes for 294 yards with two touchdowns while adding a rushing touchdown. Cathedral Catholic quarterback Tate Hayes, the son of former NFL Hall of Famer Michael Haynes, threw for 143 yards and a touchdown.

Poma’s 25-yard touchdown run with 1:01 left in the fourth quarter gave the Dons a 35-28 lead and set the stage for the dramatic finish.

“He has unreal balance and speed,” Doyle said on Poma’s four touchdown performance. “He’s a stud.”

The City Section Division I champion Narbonne Gauchos end the season 14-1.

Los Angeles too much for Hawkins

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Eric Ramos

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December 4, 2016

High School Football Los Angeles Romans vs Augustus Hawkins game action at El Camino College Murdock Stadium on December 3, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

High School Football Los Angeles Romans vs Augustus Hawkins game action at El Camino College Murdock Stadium on December 3, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The L.A Romans scored 22 unanswered points in the second quarter. The defense held Hawkins scoreless in the second half to lead the Romans to 36-6 win in the CIF L.A. City Section Division II final at Murdock Stadium on Saturday.

Hawkins had four turnovers in the second half and never was able to get its high-powered offense on track.

“Our defense has been playing well all year long,” L.A. coach Eric Scott said. “It feels good to get over the hump after losing in last years final.”

Eric Fuller Jr.’s 46-yard catch-and-run sets up Greg Johnson’s 2-yard touchdown run to give Hawkins a 6-0 lead midway through the first quarter. On the ensuing drive, Christopher Dormer scores on a 12-yard touchdown run to even the score, 6-6, with 4:15 remaining in the first quarter.

After a tough 21-yard catch by Berdale Robins, L.A. quarterback Isaiah Johnson scored on the 1-yard keeper to give the Romans a 14-6 lead in the second quarter.

“Everything was clicking for us,” Johnson said. “They (Hawkins) quit after the first quarter.”

Patrick Willis Jr. intercepted the pass by Dylan Lemle and returned it to the Hawks 15-yard line. L.A. capitalized on the turnover with a 12-yard touchdown pass from Johnson to Javon Mitchell, extending the lead, 20-6.

Johnson wasn’t done as he hit Robins in the end zone for a 14-yard touchdown to give the Romans a 28-6 lead with 49 seconds left in the first half.

“This year we wanted to build up our defense and focus more on it,” Scott said. “This playoff run we only gave up 12 points. It payed off.”

L.A. running back Christopher Dormer put the game out of reach with a 12-yard touchdown run to extend the lead, 36-6, with 2:43 left in the fourth quarter.

“It’s an amazing feeling,” Scott said. “We have been working to get back to this game since last December.”

Narbonne Outlast Dorsey’s Advances

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Eric Ramos

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December 4, 2016

High School Football Dorsey Dons vs Narbonne Gauchos game action at El Camino College Murdock Stadium on December 3, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

High School Football Dorsey Dons vs Narbonne Gauchos game action at El Camino College Murdock Stadium on December 3, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Dorsey quarterback Jerman Gotoy dropped back to pass, scrambled right and hit a streaking Jordan Wood for a 31-yard touchdown to cut the Gauchos lead, 29-27.

Narbonne answered with two touchdowns in the fourth quarter to seal a 42-34 win over Dorsey in the CIF L.A. City Section Division I final at Murdock Stadium on Saturday night.

Narbonne wins its third straight title and fifth in six years.

“We had to get back in a rhythm on offense,” Narbonne coach Manuel Douglas said. “We came out tight but was able to get going and get a score on defense.”

Jalen Chatman led the Gauchos with 316 yards and five touchdowns.

Chatman threw back-to-back touchdowns to Stephon Robinson in the first quarter to give Narbonne a 14-0 lead.

Gotoy gets Dorsey on the board with a 10-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Smalls. After Narbonne forces a punt, Tre Walker hauls in a spectacular 18-yard touchdown catch to give the Gauchos a 22-7 lead with 6:21 left in the second quarter.

“I just tried to make all my reads and execute,” Chatman said. “We stayed focused and finished the game.”

Chatman threw his fourth touchdown of the first half when he hit Walker for a 34-yard touchdown. Narbonne led 29-7 at halftime.

Dorsey capped a 16-play drive with Smalls’ 15-yard touchdown reception to cut the Narbonne lead, 29-14.

Jarell Mickens’ 12-yard touchdown catch trimmed the Gauchos lead, 29-21, on the first play of the fourth quarter. Woods’ 31-yard touchdown reception pulled the Dons within two points with 9:38 remaining in the fourth quarter.

“I thought we were gonna pull out the win,” Gotoy said. “Everybody played well and it was very competitive. Their front eight on defense are excellent.”

Narbonne doesn’t waste any time as they march down the field on the ensuing drive. Chatman finds Robinson for a 33-yard touchdown to give the Gauchos a 36-27 lead with 7:43 left in the fourth quarter.

The Gauchos sealed the win when Gotoy fumbled in his own end zone and Domininc Peterson fell on the ball for a touchdown.

Walker finished with 10 receptions for 152 yards and two touchdowns.

“We had to earn it, that’s for sure,” Douglas said. “It should’ve been a blowout but in the end we got the W.”

Franklin is Victorious over Reseda

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Eric Ramos

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December 3, 2016

Franklin trailed 12-7 in the second quarter when David Telles took the punt and juked multiple defenders on his way to a 51-yard touchdown.

The Panthers never gave up the lead as they scored two touchdowns in the second half to defeat Reseda, 28-17, and win the CIF L.A. City Section Division III championship at Murdock Stadium on Saturday.

Telles caught two touchdown passes to help lead Franklin to its first title since 1989.

“I was just waiting for that one play,” Telles said about the punt return for a touchdown. “As soon as I scored, I knew we were going to win this game.”

Reseda got on the board first when Mike Martin III connected with Ja’lani Elison for a 50-yard touchdown, giving the Regents a 6-0 lead. Elison scored his second touchdown on a 53-yard run to give Reseda a 12-0 lead with 1:53 remaining in the first quarter.

Franklin quarterback Mario Bobadilla hit Telles for a 29-yard touchdown to cut the Regents’ lead, 12-7, in the second quarter.

“We played our game and we knew what we had to do,” Bobadilla said. “Once we scored the touchdown coming out of halftime, we knew the game was ours.”

The Panthers took a 13-12 lead into halftime after Telles returned the punt for a score. On the first play of the second half, Telles took a short pass and outran the Regents’ defense for a 69-yard touchdown.

Reseda responded when Elison scored on a 36-yard touchdown run to cut the Panthers’ lead, 20-18, in the third quarter. After a sack by Franklin linebacker Erick Nolasco on third-and-goal, the Regents missed a 34-yard field goal.

“We knew this game was going to be a battle,” Teles said. “We started off slow but we came back.”

Guillermo Cordova hauled in a 12-yard touchdown pass to give Franklin a 27-18 lead with 8:12 left in the fourth quarter.

“It’s a great thing for the community of Highland Park,” Franklin coach Narciso Diaz said. “This kids put in the time during the spring and summer. They represented the community well.”

The Washington Huskies Make Big Plays for CFP

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Jevone Moore

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December 2, 2016

Santa Clara, CA – The PAC-12 Conference had all the College Football Playoffs eyes to see the Washington Huskies make big plays to defeat Colorado Buffaloes 41-10.

Washington had some big plays from their defense that held Colorado to only one touchdown for the game. They knocked Colorado quarterback out the game in second quarter to add more headaches.

A true freshman Taylor Rapp was the PAC-12 Championship game MVP for the game, having two interceptions and a touchdown.

“I was dropping back and saw the quarterback throw was going high,” said Rapp “my guys made great blocks and allowed me to score.”

All night long from pressure on the quarterbacks, to stuffing the run Washington defense showed they are primed to win a championship. They held Colorado to 82 yards rushing on the night, and 163 total yards.

On the offense Washington took a different game plan from normal establishing the running game tonight with 265 yards on the ground. Myles Gaskin who averaged 5.5 yards a carry lead the Huskies with 159 yards rushing.

“Sacrifice your body and reward your soul,” said Gaskin “We listened to coach Pete and look where we are now.”

After a great win by Washington winning the Championship it will now depend on committee of the College Football Playoff to decide where they will play their bowl game.

If they remain in the top four they could be heading to Peach Bowl to face No. 1 Alabama. Or if Virginia Tech can defeat Clemson tomorrow in the ACC Championship that could have Washington move up to No. 3 and play in Fiesta Bowl verse Ohio State.

This Washington team played hard for they coach and bought into his system. Playing in the PAC-12 conference with nine conference games is no joke.

“We kept working, kept being a team and not point fingers,” said Chris Petersen

Now both teams will go home and get some rest so their teams can stay hungry and fresh for their bowl games that will be selected on Sunday “Selection Sunday”

OREGON FOOTBALL PROGRAM GETTING NEW DIRECTION

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November 29, 2016

PAC-12 Conference Football Media Day 2016 — Oregon Coach Mark Helfrich during the PAC-12 Football Media Day 2016. Live at Ray Dolby Ballroom at the Hollywood and Highland Entertainment Center in Los Angeles, Ca. on July 14, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Oregon vs USC on Nov. 5, 2016 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jordon Kelly / fi360 News)

EUGENE, Ore. — Oregon athletic director Rob Mullens announced a change in leadership in the football program Tuesday, ending the four-year tenure of head coach Mark Helfrich.

The decision was announced after a meeting between the two Tuesday night.

“We want to thank Mark for his eight years with the University of Oregon and appreciate his efforts on behalf of Oregon football,” Mullens said. “We wish Mark and his family the best.”

Helfrich coached the Ducks to a 37-16 record after taking over from Chip Kelly in 2013. After reaching the College Football Playoff championship game after the 2014 regular season, the Ducks fell to 9-4 in 2015 and then 4-8 this season, which ended Saturday in Oregon’s first loss to Oregon State in nearly a decade.

“It is a great honor to have served as the head football coach at the University of Oregon,” Helfrich said. “It is with respect and disappointment that we receive this decision. Plain and simple — we didn’t win enough games this season.

“Thank you first to my wife, Megan, and our family, the fans, the campus community, the board, our donors and administration. To our coaches, staff and their families, it is impossible to communicate my gratitude for the environment we got to work in every single day.

“Finally, to the players — thank you, and I love you. The future is bright for this young, talented team, and we will be supporting them and their new leadership.”

Pac-12 Football Championship Game 2016

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November 27, 2016

PAC-12 Football Media Day 2016. Live at Ray Dolby Ballroom at the Hollywood and Highland Entertainment Center in Los Angeles, Ca. on July 14, 2016 (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360) — PAC-12 Media Day

QB Sefo Liufau following his blocking. Photo by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360

Pac-12 Football Championship Game Set

as Colorado Captures First Pac-12 South Division Title

SAN FRANCISCO – The COLORADO Buffaloes captured their first Pac-12 South Division title as they defeated UTAH, 27-22, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colo., Saturday evening. Colorado will face the WASHINGTON Huskies from the Pac-12 North Division in the sixth annual Pac-12 Football Championship Game on Friday, December 2 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.Colorado captured the South title after finishing the regular season with a 8-1 Pac-12 record, 10-2 overall. The Buffaloes posted their first 10-win season since 2001.

Washington (8-1 in Pac-12, 11-1 overall) locked up the North Division title with its victory over Washington State in the Apple Cup Friday. The Huskies will be making their first appearance in the Pac-12 Football Championship Game.

Oct 8: Washington QB Browning (3) taking a shotgun snap during of the Washington vs USC at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

The Pac-12 Championship Game will be televised by FOX at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET.

Tickets are available online through the Pac-12 website (www.pac-12.com/tickets).

– www.pac-12.com –

USC Adoree’ Jackson Fights the Irish

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Jevone Moore

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November 26, 2016

Adoree' Jackson hurdles the kicker on way to 97 yard kickoff return in the Norte Dame vs USC on Nov. 26, 2016 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jordon Kelly / fi360 News) — Adoree’ Jackson hurdles the kicker on way to 97 yard kickoff return in the Norte Dame vs USC on Nov. 26, 2016 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jordon Kelly / fi360 News)

Los Angeles, Ca – The hottest team in the nation right now is the USC Trojans who defeated Norte Dame for their eighth victory in a row 45-27.

Adoree’ Jackson put on a human highlight tape performance with three touchdowns in a game. Each touchdown more electrifying than the one before.

Jackson’s first touchdown was a 55 yard punt return just before the half. Then with 7:41 left in third quarter he took a 52 yard screen pass to end zone that made the score 31-14 USC.

Adoree' Jackson looks at himself on jumbotron on way to 52 screen pass for a touchdown in the Norte Dame vs USC on Nov. 26, 2016 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jordon Kelly / fi360 News) — Adoree’ Jackson looks at himself on jumbotron on way to 52 screen pass for a touchdown in the Norte Dame vs USC on Nov. 26, 2016 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jordon Kelly / fi360 News)

As if Jackson couldn’t do anything more electrifying he returned a kickoff for 97 yards while hurdling the Norte Dame kicker in stride for the hat trick.

“I had great blocks from everybody,” said Jackson. “Right when kick was going off.” (When Jackson knew he was going to score 97 yard run.)

The crowd jeered in the fourth quarter “One More Year! One More Year!” Looking to convince Adoree’ Jackson to come back and not declare for the NFL draft earlier.

The crowd was also yelling for JuJu Smith-Schuster who may have played his last home game for the Trojans.

In fourth quarter Sam Darnold found Smith for two yard touchdown catch on the backside added insurance 45 – 21.

Darnold today controlled ball with no mistakes completing 19/30 for 205 yards 2 touchdowns. Did just want coach Clay Helton needed him to do to win.

Helton has been making the right calls, even unpopular quarterback change when it happen eight games ago.

USC defense swallow up Norte Dame quarter back DeShone Kizer in the Norte Dame vs USC on Nov. 26, 2016 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, in Los Angeles, Ca. (Photo by Jordon Kelly / fi360 News)

“Hats off to a bunch of seniors,” said Helton “to go undefeated in October and November and come into Coliseum each and every time this year and come out with a victory.”

The Norte Dame rivalry has been little lopsided the last 14 years with USC only losing 4 of those contest. The winner gets year-long possession of the jeweled Shillelagh that.

The Shillelagh will be staying in Los Angeles for this next year.

Ronald Jones II fighting for more yards during the Norte Dame vs USC Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on November 26, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

USC road to PAC-12 Championship was not decided on the Coliseum field but after tonight with the Utah vs Colorado outcome. Washington already punched their ticket for Levi’s Stadium.

So know USC will enjoy this victory of the Fighting Irish and cheer on Utah to defeat Colorado.

“It was so much fun today with the loud crowd behind us.” Jackson

Dorsey too Much for San Pedro

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Eric Ramos

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November 25, 2016

Los Angeles, Ca – Led by three first quarter touchdowns by sophomore running back Charles Mincy Jr., Dorsey beat San Pedro 31-9 in the CIF L.A. City Section Division I semifinals Friday night.

The Dons advance to the Division I final where they will face Narbonne Saturday at El Camino College.

“It doesn’t seem real in a sense,” Dorsey coach Charles Mincy said. “These kids have grown and developed so much throughout the season. I’m proud of them.”

Keeshawn Johnson make his way through a hole during the San Pedro Pirates vs Dorsey Dons game action at Jackie Robinson Stadium on November 25, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Dorsey didn’t waste any time as they scored on its first possession with a Mincy Jr. touchdown run from a yard out. On the ensuing drive, San Pedro was forced to punt. The ball sailed over the punter’s head, giving Dorsey the ball at the Pirates’ 9-yard line.

On the next play, Mincy Jr. scores on a 9-yard touchdown run to give Dorsey a 12-0 lead with 7:39 remaining in the first quarter.

After the Dons’ defense forces another punt, Mincy takes the handoff on third-and-seven, explodes through a hole untouched and goes 53 yards for a touchdown. The 2-point conversion failed and Dorsey takes a 18-0 lead in the first quarter.

San Pedro capped an 11-play drive with a 28-yard field goal by Tanner Carcamo. Dorsey quarterback Jerman Gotoy added a 16-yard touchdown pass to Antwone Williams for a 25-3 lead going into halftime.

“We came in ready to play,” Gotoy said. “I’m glad to take this team to the city title game.”

Dorsey QB Jerman Gotoy lowing his shoulder before scoring during the San Pedro Pirates vs Dorsey Dons game action at Jackie Robinson Stadium on November 25, 2016. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Full Image 360)

Gotoy capped a 9-play, 89-yard drive with a 3-yard touchdown run to give the Dons a 31-5 lead with 8:56 left in the fourth quarter.

“We think we are the team to beat,” Gotoy said. “Narbonne is a very talented team but it’s going to be a battle for sure.”

Mincy Jr. rushed for 120 yards on 12 carries and three touchdowns. Gotoy completed 8 of 17 passes for 87 yards and a touchdown while adding a rushing touchdown.

“We have respect for coach Manuel Douglas and his program,” Mincy said. “But we respect our program as well so we will watch film and get ready for Narbonne.”

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