Branham won the last time they faced Soledad, and things went their way on Saturday too. The Branham Bruins snuck past the Soledad Aztecs with a 19-13 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Bruins.
Branham was led to victory by Jack Lewis and Michael Murphy. Lewis threw for 333 yards and three touchdowns, while Murphy gained 132 total yards and a touchdown. Murphy torched the secondary when he pulled down a catch that went for 71 yards. 89 of those passing yards were hauled in by Zayne St. Laurent, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Branham wouldn't let Soledad keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Branham can thank Thomas Nguyen and Chris Von Barloewen for forcing all of them. Nguyen is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season.
Branham now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Soledad, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Branham will welcome Aragon at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Soledad, they will be playing at home against Santa Cruz at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Soledad is facing Santa Cruz at the right time seeing as Santa Cruz is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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