Del Norte unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They received a blow on Friday as they fell 42-24 to the Point Loma Pointers. The Nighthawks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Pointers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Point Loma's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Romeo Carter, who picked up 236 receiving yards and three TDs. Carter really caught the secondary sleeping when he pulled down a catch that went for 77 yards. Ryder Watson was another key signal caller, throwing for 202 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 14 passes.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Del Norte will challenge St. Augustine at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Point Loma, they will face off against Otay Ranch at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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