Clovis East and Central squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Clovis East had to settle for second. They fell 33-24 to the Central Grizzlies. It was the first time this season that the Timberwolves let down their fans at home.
Despite the loss, Clovis East still got an impressive performance from Tyus Miller, who rushed for 94 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 240 yards on 14 of 23 attempts. That's the most rushing yards Miller has posted since back in October.
Even if they lost, Clovis East's defensive line still kept up the pressure with four sacks. Jack Nelson was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two himself. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with ten. Clovis East got some further help from Joshua Wilson: he picked up a sack, made 16 total tackles, and defended two passes.
Central found their leader in sophomore Jelani Dippel, who threw for 217 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 63 yards on only seven carries.
Clovis East's defeat ended a nine-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 12-1. As for Central, the victory (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 11-2.
Clovis East does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Central, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on St. Ignatius College Preparatory at 6:00 p.m. on December 7th. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Central has won three straight at home, while St. Ignatius College Preparatory won three straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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