Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Point Loma couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They fell 24-14 to the San Marcos Knights on Friday. The loss was the Pointers' first of the season.
When it comes to explaining why Point Loma lost, don't look at Ryder Watson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 61 yards and one touchdown, and also threw for 84 yards and one TD.
While Point Loma came up short, they sure didn't make it easy for San Marcos: they limited their QB to completion percentage of just 50%. Sadly, that's becoming something of a trend for the Pointers; they were averaging 59.6%completion percentage earlier this season, but in their last three games they've fallen to only 59.6%.
San Marcos' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Zamar Reese, who rushed for 80 yards and one score, and also picked up 31 receiving yards.
Having lost for the first time this season, Point Loma fell to 11-1. As for San Marcos, their record is now 7-4.
Point Loma does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for San Marcos, they will challenge Lincoln at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Knights' defense better be ready for this one: the Hornets have averaged an impressive 42.4 points per game this season.
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