On Monday, the King's Academy Knights strolled past the Castilleja Gators with points to spare, taking the game 27-13.
It was another big night for Mia Bennette, who threw for 229 yards and four touchdowns while completing 73.9% of her passes. She is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as she's now passed for three or more in the last four games she's played dating back to last season. Sofia Poonen was another key player, picking up 64 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
King's Academy'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 Cailee Morrison and Melinda Hsia.
Several Gators players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Layla Gallon, who picked up 83 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
King's Academy's victory bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Castilleja, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. King's Academy will welcome Priory at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Castilleja, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Archbishop Riordan at 5:00 p.m. Archbishop Riordan will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Castilleja surely won't give up without a fight.
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