Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Palma). They were the clear victor by a 42-19 margin over the Everett Alvarez Eagles on Friday. The Chieftains might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matchups by 23 points or more this season.
Palma found their leader in sophomore Eli Dukes, who rushed for 226 yards and three touchdowns on only 14 carries. Dukes' rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 100 rushing yards.
When it comes to explaining why Everett Alvarez lost, don't look at Roman Garcia. Despite the final result, he rushed for 192 yards while picking up 9.1 yards per carry, and also threw for 21 yards and a touchdown. Garcia showed off some serious burst, cutting through the defense on one rush that went for 52 yards.
The win got Palma back to even at 5-5. As for Everett Alvarez, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.
Palma will venture away from home to square off against Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Palma is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses. Everett Alvarez does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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