Football Recap: South Spartans vs. East Bakersfield Blades
South came tearing into Friday's game with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 16.5 points) and they left with even more momentum. Everything went their way against the East Bakersfield Blades as they made off with a 34-14 win. The Spartans might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matchups by 20 points or more this season.
It was another big night for Josh Encinas, who threw for 188 yards and two touchdowns while completing 83.3% of his passes, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Gyrell Hasley was Encinas' top target, picking up 43 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while also punching in a touchdown on the ground.
South wouldn't let East Bakersfield keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. South can thank David Gonzalez and Herby Hinojosa for forcing both of them.
When it comes to explaining why East Bakersfield lost, don't look at Levi Delgado. Despite the final result, he threw for 106 yards and two touchdowns.
South's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-1. As for East Bakersfield, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. South's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Mira Monte at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. South's defense has only allowed 13.7 points per game this season, so Mira Monte's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for East Bakersfield, they will be playing at home against North at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. East Bakersfield is facing North at the right time seeing as North is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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