Otay Ranch was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They took a 21-10 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Point Loma Pointers. The Mustangs lost against the Pointers in their previous head to head back in August of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 42-6 score last time.
Otay Ranch's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Jay-Terrance "JT" French and David Smith. Smith is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last 12 games he's played dating back to last season. Diego Martinez was another major factor on D, picking up 1.5 sacks, making eight total tackles (3.5 for loss), and defending a pass.
Dylan Upjohn had an outrageously good game for Point Loma as he picked up 160 receiving yards and a touchdown. Ryder Watson also helped out by tossing the rock for 264 yards.
Otay Ranch's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Point Loma, the win also got them back to even at 1-1.
Otay Ranch will face off against San Diego at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Point Loma, they have the luxury of staying home for another week and will welcome Rancho Bernardo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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