Montebello unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the Norwalk Lancers on Friday, falling 55-14. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Montebello's loss came despite strong showings from Sebastian Rodriguez and Joe Curiel. Rodriguez picked up 90 receiving yards and one touchdown, while Curiel threw for 137 yards and one TD.
Diego Cerritos was a one-man wrecking crew For Norwalk. as he rushed for 204 yards and three scores while picking up 12.8 yards per carry. They also got a significant boost from Keshawn Williams, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 93 yards.
Coming up, Montebello will be playing in front of their home fans against Cantwell-Sacred Heart of Mary at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Norwalk, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 35-20 win against Santa Fe on the 28th.
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