College Park couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the San Marin Mustangs on Friday, falling 52-20. While losing is never fun, the Falcons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 397th, while the Mustangs are ranked 105th).
Despite the defeat, College Park saw an underclassman step up: Demorian McCray rushed for 90 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries.
College Park wouldn't let San Marin keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. College Park can thank Mason Kern and Brody Lang for forcing both of them. Kern didn't just play on offense: he also forced a fumble and made four total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. College Park will challenge Clayton Valley Charter at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Clayton Valley Charter focused on turnovers this week as team gave up five on Friday. As for San Marin, they will host Foothill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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