Football Recap: Kennedy Starts Season with Win Against Eagle Rock

Kennedy gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Eagle Rock Eagles, sneaking past 59-56.

Diego Montes

Rushing Yards

08/22/25 vs Eagle Rock	178
11/22/24 vs King/Drew	16
11/15/24 vs Westchester	103
11/08/24 vs Roosevelt	177
11/01/24 @ Van Nuys	101
+ 4 more games

Diego Montes was a one-man wrecking crew as he rushed for 178 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 10.5 yards per carry, and also threw for 300 yards and three TDs. That's the most rushing yards he has posted since back in September of 2024. 112 of Montes' passing yards were hauled in by Jay Saucillo, who also brought in three receiving touchdowns.

They were just one part of a punishing run game: Kennedy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 309 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 157 rushing yards in 12 consecutive contests dating back to last season.

Looking ahead, Kennedy is taking a road trip to take on San Pedro at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Eagle Rock, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Monrovia at 7:00 p.m.