It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Taft can now relate to. They lost 46-24 to the Vale Vikings on Saturday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Tigers have suffered since October 27, 2023.
Despite the loss, Taft still got an impressive performance from Ezra James, who threw for 198 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 55 yards. James really tore up the turf during one magnificent 72-yard run.
Taft's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 8-3. As for Vale, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Taft does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Vale, they and North Valley are set to duel on Saturday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Vale has won nine straight at home dating back to last season, while North Valley won seven straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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