Serra extended their winning streak to five games thanks to a huge performance from Jimmy Butler. The Serra Cavaliers took their match on Friday with ease, bagging a 52-21 win over the Bishop Amat Lancers thanks in part to Butler, who threw for 176 yards and three touchdowns, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. He is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in the last three games he's played.
Serra didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Cj Mcbean and Anthony Pignatello. Pignatello also set a new season high mark in total tackles with ten.
Serra was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 235 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 168 rushing yards in three consecutive games.
Serra's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 7-2. As for Bishop Amat, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Serra will welcome Sierra Canyon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Serra's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last five matchups. As for Bishop Amat, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Chaminade at 7:00 p.m.
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