The Orestimba Warriors will challenge the Hilmar Yellowjackets at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Orestimba has given up an average of 34.8 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Orestimba managed to slip by Ripon the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Warriors had to suffer through a 49-0 loss at the hands of the Indians. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 690th, while the Indians are ranked 321st).
Meanwhile, Hilmar entered their matchup against Sonora on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Yellowjackets and the Wildcats were almost perfectly matched up, but the Yellowjackets suffered a 22-21 loss.
Orestimba will need to focus on slowing down Adam Branco, one of several Hilmar players who made an impact when they last played. He rushed for 32 yards and three touchdowns. Nathan Ayala also helped out with an impressive 87 receiving yards.
Hilmar's defeat dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Orestimba, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Orestimba couldn't quite get it done against Hilmar in their previous matchup back in October of 2024 as they fell 21-13. Will the Warriors have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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