Orosi was handed a 40-point loss in their previous outing, but they didn't let that bad energy affect their game against Orange Cove on Thursday. The Orosi Cardinals skirted past the Orange Cove Titans 42-40. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Cardinals have posted since October 13, 2023.
Orange Cove's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Isaac Angulo, who rushed for 171 yards and five touchdowns while picking up 10.7 yards per carry, and Oscar Alvarez, who threw for 203 yards and five touchdowns on only 16 passes. With that strong performance, Angulo is now averaging an impressive 2.1 rushing touchdowns per game. 157 of Alvarez's passing yards were hauled in by Diego Salgado.
Orosi's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-7. As for Orange Cove, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.
Both are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Orosi will square off against Riverdale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Orange Cove, they will face off against Firebaugh at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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