The Rocklin Thunder will head out to challenge the Granite Bay Grizzlies at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are strolling into their games after big wins in their previous games.
On Friday, Rocklin got the win against Monterey Trail by a conclusive 35-14. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Thunder.
Reeve Slone
| 09/05/25 @ Lincoln | 150.6 |
| 08/22/25 vs Turlock | 147.5 |
| 10/03/25 vs Whitney | 130.6 |
| 10/10/25 vs Monterey Trail | 118.1 |
| 08/29/25 @ Bishop Manogue | 99.5 |
| + 2 more games |
Reeve Slone was nothing short of spectacular: he threw for 147 yards and three TDs, and also rushed for 30 yards and one touchdown. His passing game has become a key predictor of Rocklin's success: the team is undefeated when his passer rating is 100 or higher, but only 1-2 otherwise. Greyson Smith was in the mix as well, providing the Thunder with two scores.
Meanwhile, everything came up roses for Granite Bay against Whitney on Friday as the squad secured a 42-7 win. The Grizzlies haven't had any issues with the Wildcats recently, as the game was their ninth consecutive victory against them.
Rocklin better keep an eye on Isaiah Ene. He was instrumental in Granite Bay's win, rushing for 141 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only seven carries. Dylan Tetz was another key player, rushing for 75 yards and one TD.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Granite Bay was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 261 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Whitney only rushed for 97.
Special teams played a big role in the game for Granite Bay, adding 12 points to the final score. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Tetz, who ran a kickoff back for a touchdown.
Rocklin's record is now 5-2. As for Granite Bay, their record now sits at 6-2.
Rocklin strolled past Granite Bay when the teams last played back in October of 2024 by a score of 35-21. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Thunder since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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