Football Recap: Western Christian Fighting Lancers vs. Arlington Lions
Western Christian couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Arlington Lions at home and fell 28-0. The Fighting Lancers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lions apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2023.
Western Christian didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Russell Dunham and Jonah Maningo. Sebastian Talamantes was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making seven total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Daniel Gonzalez had a dynamite game for Arlington, rushing for 170 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries, while also throwing for 106 yards and a touchdown. Gonzalez really tore up the turf during one magnificent 80-yard run. Lincoln Liggins was Gonzalez's top target, picking up 91 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Western Christian will be playing at home against Notre Dame at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Arlington, they will square off against Ramona at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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