Football Recap: Michael Maier Key Part of Team Effort in Warriors Win + How To Watch

By Team Reports Sep 24, 2025, 3:19pm

Football Recap: Orestimba Warriors vs. Freedom Falcons

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There's no place like home for Orestimba, who bounced back after a loss on the road two weeks ago. They managed a 41-37 win over the Freedom Falcons on Friday. The Warriors' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Orestimba to victory, but perhaps none more so than Michael Maier, who rushed for 94 yards and one score on only nine carries. Another rusher making a difference was Jose Cuevas, who rushed for 59 yards and a pair of touchdowns.

Warriors

Rushing Yards

09/19/25 vs Freedom258
09/05/25 @ Le Grand188
08/29/25 @ Grace Davis232
08/22/25 vs Gustine248
11/15/24 vs Linden45
+ 11 more games

They were just one part of a punishing run game: Orestimba was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 258 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in August of 2024.

Despite the loss, Freedom still got an impressive performance from Tah'Kai Edwards, who rushed for 97 yards and two TDs on only 12 carries, and also threw for 134 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Tristan Silva, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.

The victory got Orestimba back to even at 2-2. As for Freedom, their loss dropped their record down to 1-3.

Coming up, Orestimba will be playing in front of their home fans against Sonora at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Warriors will need to watch out since the Wildcats have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Freedom, they will head out on the road to challenge Dublin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Gaels' defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so the Falcons' offense will have their work cut out for them.

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