San Diego has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 18 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They took a hard 35-21 fall against the Mt. Carmel Sundevils. The Cavers' loss signaled the end of their three-game winning streak.
Despite the defeat, San Diego saw an underclassman step up: Jayden Johnson rushed for 115 yards on only 15 carries.
Mt. Carmel's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Kelle Leuck led the charge by throwing for 188 yards and a touchdown while completing 80% of his passes, and also punching in a touchdown on the ground. Mt. Carmel also got a significant boost from Mason Medlock, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 81 yards.
Having lost for the first time this season, San Diego fell to 3-1. As for Mt. Carmel, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. San Diego will host Mar Vista at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. San Diego's defense has only allowed 18 points per game this season, so Mar Vista's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Mt. Carmel, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on El Camino at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. Mt. Carmel knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past four matches -- so hopefully El Camino likes a good challenge.
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