Valley Christian won the last time they faced Heritage Christian and things went their way on Friday too. The Defenders walked away with a 35-25 victory over the Warriors. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Defenders.

Graham Lunzer
| 10/24/25 @ Heritage Christian | 3 |
| 10/17/25 vs Village Christian | 1 |
| 10/03/25 @ Capistrano Valley Christian | 2 |
| 09/18/25 @ St. Anthony | 2 |
| 09/12/25 @ Cerritos | 2 |
| + 3 more games |
Graham Lunzer was his usual excellent self, rushing for 128 yards and a pair of touchdowns, while also throwing for 189 yards and three TDs. That's the most passing touchdowns he has posted since back in August. Valley Christian's leading receiver Oliver Boateng was Lunzer's top target yet again, picking up 76 receiving yards and two scores.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Valley Christian was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 223 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Valley Christian's win bumped their record up to 6-3. As for Heritage Christian, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-4 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Valley Christian will venture away from home to challenge Ontario Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Defenders will be up against the Knights' rather soft defense (which has allowed 49.89 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Heritage Christian, they will head out on the road to face off against Capistrano Valley Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Warriors will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 26.67 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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