It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Menlo-Atherton had no problem doing just that on Friday. They took their game with ease, bagging a 35-7 victory over the Monterey Dores. The Bears might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by 21 points or more this season.
Menlo-Atherton's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Xander Eschelman, who threw for 213 yards and three touchdowns on only 14 passes. Angelo Marin was another key receiver, picking up 73 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Menlo-Atherton's record is now 7-4. As for Monterey, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 6-5.
Menlo-Atherton will square off against Wilcox at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Wilcox is coming into the match with five straight wins on the road, so Menlo-Atherton will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Monterey does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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