Eastern recap September 4, 2013
Redani Diaz and Christian Chavez provided fans with a highlight when they connected against Manual Arts. The connection went for 60 yards, the longest such play in Eastern this season.
South Gate moved up to 606 from 663 in the state rankings this week, the biggest jump in the league. The Rams climbed the ranks as a result of beating Westchester 41-0.
Bell's dynamic duo of Diaz and Chavez proved to be unstoppable against the Toilers, as they were the top passer and receiver in the league this week. Diaz threw for 195 yards and 2 touchdowns and Chavez had 148 yards receiving.
The Eagles' dynamic duo of Diaz and Chavez proved tough for Manual Arts to stop, as they were the top passer and receiver in the league this week.
He was 11-18 with 0 interceptions.
Diaz put up the best numbers through the air as Bell topped Anthony Brady's team.
David Arriaga was the most successful running back in the league this week. In 19 carries, he ran for 127 yards as Roosevelt defeated the Toilers. Teammate Robert Taylor added to the ground attack by rushing for 45 yards.
Arriaga provided a threat through the air and on the ground as the Rough Riders topped Fairfax. Arriaga's key target this week was Daniel Arriaga, who caught 5 passes for 74 yards.
Chavez was the best receiver in Eastern this week as the Eagles defeated Manual Arts.
Bell's Diaz and Chavez have formed a dream team this season, leading the league in both passing and receiving yards. Diaz has thrown for 195 yards this season, while Chavez has 3 catches for 148 yards. Roosevelt's Arriaga leads the league in rushing yards with 127.
South Gate took down the Comets 41-0 last week, the largest margin of any game.
Story is based on stats entered in MaxPreps by Tuesday 5am PST each week.