Football Recap: Norwalk Lancers vs. Compton Early College Rising Phoenix
Norwalk entered their tilt with Compton Early College on Friday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They breezed by the Compton Early College Rising Phoenix on the road to the tune of 56-6. The Lancers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five games by 31 points or more this season.
Ezra Meuller was his usual excellent self, rushing for 212 yards and four touchdowns on only 12 carries. He didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack, made three total tackles, and defended a pass in addition to snagging an interception. Derek Sandoval was another major influence, as he rushed for 103 yards and ran in a TD.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Norwalk was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 428 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 296 rushing yards in six consecutive matchups.
One reason for the win was Norwalk's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for five sacks. Joel Espinoza was especially locked on to Compton Early College's QB and sacked him twice. Espinoza also set a new season high mark in total tackles with six.
Norwalk's win ended a three-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-1. As for Compton Early College, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-6.
Norwalk will host Gahr at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Norwalk has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 172 points over their last three matches. As for Compton Early College, they will head out to square off against Paramount at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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