Verdugo Hills lost to Chavez back in October of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Verdugo Hills Dons took down the Chavez Eagles 23-6. Winning may never get old, but the Dons sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Verdugo Hills found their leader in sophomore Aiden Mejia, who rushed for 86 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries, and also picked up 66 receiving yards and a touchdown. Jered Smith was another key player, throwing for 160 yards and two touchdowns.
Verdugo Hills wouldn't let Chavez keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Verdugo Hills can thank Anthony Ramirez and Matthew Pirnazari for forcing both of them.
Verdugo Hills pushed their record up to 7-2 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Chavez, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-4.
Verdugo Hills wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 42-14 loss against North Hollywood on the 1st. Chavez has also already played their next contest, a 40-8 defeat against Arleta on the 1st.
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