Ponderosa lost against Woodcreek back in September of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The matchup between the Bruins and the Timberwolves didn't end well, with the Bruins falling 24-7. While losing is never fun, the Bruins can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 340th, while the Timberwolves are ranked 125th).
Even if they lost, Ponderosa's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Marshall Alvernaz, Noah Rodriguez-Bragg, and Gavin Oneal, who each picked up one sack apiece. Another thorn in Woodcreek's side was Brendan Ferrie, who forced two fumbles, made nine total tackles, and defended three passes.
Woodcreek's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Josiah Melendez led the charge by throwing for 151 yards and one TD, while also rushing for 51 yards on only seven carries. Blake Hastings also helped with two scores in total.
This is the second loss in a row for Ponderosa and nudges their season record down to 3-2. As for Woodcreek, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Ponderosa wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next contest, a 28-21 victory against Bella Vista on the 26th. As for Woodcreek, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 20-7 win against Rio Americano on the 26th.
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