Dinuba couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Sanger Apaches on Friday, falling 37-14. While losing is never fun, the Emperors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 371st, while the Apaches are ranked 95th).
Sanger's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Bryson Baker, who picked up 146 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Baker was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield for a catch that went for 68 yards. Another signal caller making a difference was Arion Ciano, who threw for 155 yards and a touchdown while completing 90% of his passes.
Dinuba will venture away from home to face off against Golden West at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Sanger, they will square off against Hanford at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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