Placer played a tough contest on Friday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They took a blow against the Del Oro Golden Eagles, falling 49-14. The Hillmen were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Golden Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Even if they lost, Placer's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Lewis Lewis, Brennan Collins, and Gage Esty, who each picked up one sack apiece.
Del Oro got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Brock Sherman out in front who rushed for 60 yards and a pair of scores. The team also got some help courtesy of Nolen Sauve, who threw for 146 yards and one TD while completing 76.5% of his passes.
Placer now has a losing record of 1-2. As for Del Oro, their record is now 2-0.
Placer wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 31-0 victory against Antelope on the 12th. As for Del Oro, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 61-7 win against Foothill on the 12th.
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