Serra recap November 5, 2013
Crespi scored a shocking upset when it eliminated Bishop Amat, 37-30. At the time, the Lancers were ranked 22nd in the state, while the Celts were 67th.
The biggest upset of the week belonged to Crespi, who defeated 22nd ranked Bishop Amat, 37-30. Conor McMahan threw for 251 yards and 2 touchdowns and ran for 22 yards during the win.
Troy Thomas' team's offense was unstoppable this week, as it produced the league's top passer, rusher and receiver. On the ground Torrance Brumfield chipped in 185 yards. Nathan Washington helped Crespi's passing attack out by catching 2 balls for 62 yards.
The Celts' dynamic duo of McMahan and Christian Pearson proved tough for Steve Hagerty's team to stop, as they were the top passer and receiver in the league this week. Washington helped Crespi's passing attack out by catching 2 balls for 62 yards.
Adam Pilapil made the biggest impact on defense this week as Loyola lost to Notre Dame. The 6-foot-1 senior nabbed 1 interception.
The Lancers' Koa Haynes and Brandon Arconado have formed a dream team this season, leading Serra in both passing and receiving yards. 5-11 quarterback Haynes has thrown for 2,364 yards this season, while Arconado has 42 catches for 595 yards. The Knights' Chris Colarossi leads the league in rushing yards with 1,280.
One of the league's premier quarterbacks will face off with its top pass rusher when Bishop Amat and the Cubs face off next week.
The Lancers are currently in third, while Loyola is in fourth.
Fans got a thrill when McMahan and Pearson connected against Bishop Amat. The longest such play in the league this season, the connection resulted in 75 yards.
Story is based on stats entered in MaxPreps by Tuesday 5am PST each week.
