Football Preview: James Logan Colts vs. Moreau Catholic Mariners
James Logan is 6-1 against Moreau Catholic since October of 2014, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The James Logan Colts will look to defend their home field against the Moreau Catholic Mariners at 7:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Having struggled with five defeats in a row dating back to last season, James Logan finally turned things around against Castro Valley on Friday. They took their game on the road with ease, bagging a 38-7 win over the Trojans. The Colts' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Moreau Catholic came into Friday's match having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They walked away with a 26-14 victory over Berkeley on Friday.
Moreau Catholic's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Peyton Collins, who picked up 74 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 103 yards on only five carries. That's the most rushing yards Collins has posted since back in October of 2023. Jeremiah Charles was another key passer, throwing for 195 yards and two touchdowns.
Moreau Catholic's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. Jalen Arnold picked up that interception and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound by taking it back the other way for a touchdown. His receiving production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 109 receiving yards dating back to last season.
James Logan's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Moreau Catholic, their victory bumped their record up to 2-3.
Everything came up roses for James Logan against Moreau Catholic in their previous matchup back in November of 2023, as the squad secured a 42-14 win. Does James Logan have another victory up their sleeve, or will Moreau Catholic turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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