California Division V-AA Bowl Game preview: Immanuel vs. Mater Dei Catholic

Video: Caleb Paulson's highlights vs. Bradshaw Christian


Team: Immanuel (Reedley)
Overall Record: 11-2
Computer Ranking: No. 234 in California, No. 3,266 nationally.
Regional Win: Defeated Bradshaw Christian (Sacramento), 31-21.
Passing Leader: Caleb Paulson - 186 of  318 for 2,859 yards, 31 touchdowns.
Rushing Leaders: Kyle Dunigan - 175 carries for 804 yards, 13  touchdowns.
Receiving Leaders: Chris Rosedale - 38 catches for 711 yards, 10 touchdowns.
Tackle Leaders: Cody King - 158 tackles.
Biggest Regular Season Win: Defeated Chowchilla, 17-8.

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Team: Mater Dei Catholic (Chula Vista)
Overall Record: 13-1
Computer Ranking: No. 116 in California, No. 1,418 nationally.
Regional Win: Defeated Notre Dame (Riverside), 21-14.
Passing Leader: Chris Jones - 87 of 147 for 1,884 yards, 22 touchdowns.
Rushing Leaders: Cj Verdell - 158 carries for 1,995 yards, 26 touchdowns.
Receiving Leaders: Eli Shelton - 20 catches for 689 yards, 10 touchdowns.
Tackle Leaders: Jayden Emberton-Gaines - 134 tackles; Ruben Duran - 118 tackles.
Biggest Regular Season Win: Defeated Valley Center, 29-23.

Game Time: Saturday, 6 p.m.
Site: at Mater Dei Catholic
Outlook: Immanuel comes in as the underdog here, although that was likely the case in the regional game where it defeated Bradshaw Christian. Mater Dei Catholic is a little more balanced on offense while Immanuel relies on the arm of Caleb Paulson to move the ball.