After some red-hot attacks on offense in their last three matches, Escondido finally came back down to earth on Friday. They were dealt a 49-12 loss at the hands of the Oceanside Pirates. While losing is never fun, the Cougars can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 413th, while the Pirates are ranked 149th).
Despite the defeat, Escondido saw an underclassman step up: Caden Thompson threw for 202 yards and a touchdown while completing 80% of his passes, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. 93 of those passing yards were hauled in by Josh Gonzales.
Joseph Vinup was his usual excellent self, rushing for 136 yards and a touchdown on only five carries, while also throwing for 141 yards and three touchdowns on only 13 passes for Oceanside. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 80 yards.
Escondido's loss was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Oceanside, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Escondido will head out on the road to square off against Patrick Henry at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Patrick Henry will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Escondido surely won't give up without a fight. As for Oceanside, they will welcome El Camino at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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