The Helix Highlanders were just a hair shy of victory on Tuesday and fell 21-20 to the San Dieguito Academy Mustangs. The loss put an end to the Highlanders' undefeated start to the season.
Lillianna Benabdeljalil threw for 244 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Kaiya Merlo was her top target, picking up 108 receiving yards.
Having lost for the first time this season, Helix fell to 2-1. As for San Dieguito Academy, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Helix has already played their next matchup, a 19-12 victory against Clairemont on the 28th. As for San Dieguito Academy, they will face off against Mt. Carmel at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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