Venice played a tough game on Thursday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They had to suffer through a 41-6 loss at the hands of the Westlake Warriors. While losing is never fun, the Gondoliers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 463rd, while the Warriors are ranked 188th).
Bennett Dome threw for 203 yards and one touchdown. Aaron Minter was his top target, picking up 87 receiving yards.
Westlake's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Demanie Bell, who picked up 92 receiving yards and a pair of scores, and also rushed for 123 yards and one TD on only nine carries. Ford Green was another key signal caller, throwing for 301 yards and five touchdowns while picking up 12.5 yards per attempt.
Venice now has a losing record of 2-3. As for Westlake, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Venice and Westlake will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next matches. The next time the Gondoliers see the field they'll take on University at 7:30 p.m. on October 3. As for Westlake, their break will end when they face Rio Mesa at 7:00 p.m. on October 3.
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