Football Preview: Delano Tigers vs. Shafter Generals
Delano has been away from home for two games now, but on Friday they'll finally make their return. They will host the Shafter Generals at 7:30 p.m. Delano's defense has only allowed 12.3 points per game this season, so Shafter's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Delano's usually-dominant defense will be looking to make up for Friday's struggle, when Kennedy offense got past them. Delano was dealt a 41-13 loss at the hands of Kennedy on Friday. The Tigers have struggled against the Thunderbirds recently, as their game on Friday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Meanwhile, Shafter owes their defense a big pat on the back after their performance on Friday. They breezed by Taft at home to the tune of 28-0. Considering the Generals have won three matchups by more than 27 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
It was another big night for Mariyon Sloan, who rushed for 187 yards and three touchdowns on only 13 carries. His longest rush was for an incredible 74 yards. Christopher Espinoza was another key player, rushing for 109 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Shafter was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 345 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 212 rushing yards in four consecutive matches.
Delano's defeat dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Shafter, they pushed their record up to 5-1 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.
Delano was dealt a bruising 55-14 loss at the hands of Shafter in their previous meeting back in October of 2023. Will Delano have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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