Football Recap: Santa Maria Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Oct 5, 2024, 10:23am

Football Recap: Santa Maria Saints vs. Templeton Eagles

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Santa Maria was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell to the Templeton Eagles 21-17. The Saints were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.

Templeton's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Colter Tannehill, who threw for 151 yards and two touchdowns. Another player making a difference was Jaron Sampson, who picked up 85 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Santa Maria's defeat dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Templeton, the win got them back to even at 3-3.

Santa Maria will face off against Nipomo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Templeton, they will challenge Morro Bay at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Templeton's defense has only allowed 11.3 points per game this season, so Morro Bay's offense will have their work cut out for them.

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