Sequoia came into Friday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They secured a 19-14 W over the Fremont Firebirds on Friday.
Sequoia had a senior duo take command as Shawn Royer rushed for 51 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries and Jesse "Jordan" Crockett V rushed for 181 yards. Crockett V's longest rush was for an impressive 61 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Sequoia's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of James Lundell and Garrett Johnson. Justin Schernig was another major factor on D, making 12 total tackles and defending a pass.
Sequoia was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 230 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Despite the loss, Fremont still got an impressive performance from Jadon Smith, who picked up 100 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Sequoia's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Fremont, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Sequoia will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Terra Nova at 7:00 p.m. on October 11th. Terra Nova's defense has only allowed 17.6 points per game this season, so Sequoia's offense will have their work cut out for them. Fremont will also get a bit of a break before their next match: they'll face off against Los Altos at 7:00 p.m. on October 11th.
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