Center was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were beaten by the Linden Lions 42-7. 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 738th, while the Lions are ranked 309th).
Matthew Schallberger continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Linden, throwing for 345 yards and four touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes. Braden Busalacchi was Schallberger's top target, picking up 117 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Center's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Linden, their win bumped their record up to 3-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Center will challenge Marysville at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Linden, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Big Valley Christian at 7:15 p.m. on September 27th.
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