Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Monterey Trail). They were the clear victors by a 34-13 margin over the Laguna Creek Cardinals on Friday. The Mustangs haven't had any issues with the Cardinals recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.
Odie Jefferson
| 09/19/25 @ Laguna Creek | 232 |
| 09/12/25 vs California | 136 |
| 09/05/25 vs Amador Valley | 72 |
| 08/22/25 vs Inderkum | 55 |
Odie Jefferson produced another solid performance rushing for 232 yards and three scores while picking up 8.6 yards per carry. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 123.8 rushing yards per game. The team also got some help courtesy of Xander McKee, who rushed for 116 yards and a pair of TDs.
Monterey Trail didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Laguna Creek to a completion percentage of just 45.5%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from two players: Jimmy Jackson and Terron Robinson, who each logged one passes deflected. Monterey Trail wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 88.9%.
Monterey Trail didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Jackson and Brent Minnifield Jr.
Despite the loss, Laguna Creek still got an impressive performance from Ryan Eddy, who picked up 134 receiving yards and one touchdown. Koa Jones was in the mix as well, providing the Cardinals with one score.
Monterey Trail's record now sits at 3-1. As for Laguna Creek, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Monterey Trail will challenge Sheldon at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The Mustangs will be up against the Huskies' rather soft defense (which has allowed 40 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Laguna Creek, they will take on Franklin at 7:15 p.m. on Friday.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
