Chico entered their match against Ukiah on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Chico Panthers took a 28-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Ukiah Wildcats. The Panthers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Chico's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Zaiveon Patrick, who rushed for 127 yards on only 13 carries. Patrick's longest rush was for an impressive 54 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Even if they lost, Chico's defense still kept up the pressure with five sacks. Gabriel Rodriguez was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up twohimself. Ryker James was another major factor on D, making 12 total tackles.
Beau David was a one-man wrecking crew for Ukiah as he threw for 290 yards and four touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes, and also rushed for 75 yards. Omaurie Phillips was David's top target, picking up 119 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Chico's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Ukiah, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Chico will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Elk Grove at 5:00 p.m. on October 4th. As for Ukiah, they will square off against San Marin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. San Marin will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Ukiah surely won't give up without a fight.
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