Sierra Foothill Top Player Performances of the Week
Congratulations to this week's top players! We're covering the best performances from Friday's football action (using all statistics entered as of the time of writing). Enjoy!
Ryder Lyons' Big Game Leads Folsom over Jesuit
Folsom picked up their seventh consecutive win on Friday thanks in part to Ryder Lyons. Lyons was unstoppable, throwing for 293 yards and five touchdowns while picking up 11.7 yards per attempt, and also punching in a touchdown on the ground. He is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for five or more in the last four games he's played.
If the past is any indication, Lyons could be in store for another big game when he takes on Granite Bay on Friday. Back in October of 2023 (the last time Lyons saw the Grizzlies), he rushed for 66 yards and four touchdowns, and also threw for 212 yards on 16 of 24 attempts.
Gamescore: 41.63
Rocklin Gets a Boost from Keeley in 35-14 Victory
Derek Keeley was instrumental in extending Rocklin's winning streak to five on Friday. Keeley was unstoppable, rushing for 93 yards and a touchdown.
Del Oro's probably not too fond of Keeley given he always seems to get the better of them. Keeley rushed for 115 yards and a touchdown on only 12 carries the last time he and the Golden Eagles duked it out back in November of 2023.
Gamescore: 36.67
Taniela Tupou Turns in Season-Best Effort
Taniela Tupou produced his most outstanding game to date while leading Folsom to the win on Friday. Tupou picked up 133 receiving yards and three touchdowns. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 71 yards.
On the season, Tupou has caught 8 touchdowns while averaging 56.4 receiving yards per game.
Gamescore: 34.63
A Season-Best Performance from Issac Pierce Leads Oak Ridge over Whitney
On Friday, Oak Ridge got the W thanks in part to Issac Pierce playing the best football he has all season. Pierce picked up 124 receiving yards and a touchdown. He showed off some serious burst, cutting upfield on a catch for 60 yards.
The win was the third in a row for Oak Ridge, bringing their record for this year to 5-4. Pierce and Oak Ridge will head out on the road to take on Rocklin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
Gamescore: 32.32
Kaleb Edwards Delivers Best Effort of Season
Oak Ridge was led to victory by Kaleb Edwards, who turned in his biggest game of the season on Friday. Edwards picked up 90 receiving yards and two touchdowns. He didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack, made two total tackles (1.5 for loss), and defended a pass.
For the season, Edwards has caught 8 touchdowns while averaging 71.4 receiving yards per game.
Gamescore: 32.08
Other Notable Players
- Phoenix Hester: 132 yards passing; 49 yards rushing, 1 TD (Gamescore: 31.90)
- Jasen Womack: 1 TD ; 2 TDs rushing (Gamescore: 31.57)
- Gabe Smyth: 101 yards rushing, 2 TDs (Gamescore: 31.28)
- Isaiah Ene: 108 yards rushing, 2 TDs (Gamescore: 31.20)
- Rafi Merino: 120 yards rushing, 1 TD ; 31 yards receiving (Gamescore: 27.98)
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
