La Habra easily dispatched Ayala last Thursday, but unfortunately both the margin and the ultimate result were a different story in this one. The Highlanders fell just short of the Mira Costa Mustangs by a score of 35-33 on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Highlanders have suffered since August 23, 2024.
La Habra's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of DJ Mitchell, who rushed for 75 yards and two touchdowns, and Kevika Mata'Utia- Martinez, who rushed for 108 yards and a pair of scores.
Liam Meeker was a one-man wrecking crew For Mira Costa. as he rushed for 111 yards and a pair of TDs on only six carries, and also threw for 179 yards and one touchdown. What's more, Meeker posted two rushing touchdowns, the most he's had since back in October of 2024. Luke Meeker also helped out with an impressive 111 receiving yards.
Having lost for the first time this season, La Habra fell to 3-1. As for Mira Costa, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Coming up, La Habra will take on La Mirada at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Highlanders will be up against the Matadores' rather soft defense (which has allowed 27 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Mira Costa, they will challenge San Juan Hills at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Mustangs will need to watch out since the Stallions have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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