Temecula Valley unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Temecula Prep Patriots on Monday, falling 27-6. Despite 152 more yards than the Patriots, the Golden Bears couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Despite the loss, Temecula Valley saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Lynnae Casey rushed for 118 yards on only five carries. Casey's longest rush was for an impressive 62 yards, which helps to explain her lofty yards per carry total.
Even if they lost, Temecula Valley's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. Kymora Farrington was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two herself.
Temecula Prep's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Amina Antoine, who picked up 77 receiving yards and one touchdown, and also rushed for 42 yards. That's the most receiving yards Antoine has posted since back in October of 2024. Samiyah Antoine was another key player, picking up 59 receiving yards and a pair of TDs.
Temecula Valley has already played their next contest, a 25-0 win against Elsinore on the 14th. Hopefully Temecula Prep paid attention to the Golden Bears' game: the next time they hit the field, they'll take on the Golden Bears at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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