Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Loyola). They claimed a resounding 35-7 win over the St. Francis Golden Knights on the road. Given the Cubs' advantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 76th, while the Golden Knights are ranked 270th), the result on Friday wasn't entirely unexpected.
Loyola was led to victory by Sean Morris Ii and Ashton Pannell. Morris Ii gained 210 total yards and a touchdown, while Pannell threw for 211 yards and four touchdowns while completing 86.4% of his passes. Markus Kier was Pannell's top target, picking up 76 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Loyola'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 Zion Scrivens and Brandon Lockhart. Scrivens is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least six every time he's taken the field this season.
Loyola's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for St. Francis, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Loyola is on the road again on Friday to play Mount Miguel at 7:00 p.m. One thing working in Mount Miguel's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for St. Francis, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on St. Paul at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th.
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