Tehachapi's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They came out on top against the Taft Wildcats by a score of 49-7 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). The Warriors haven't had any issues with the Wildcats recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive victory against them.
Colton Michael
| 09/04/25 @ Taft | 33 |
| 08/28/25 @ Bakersfield Christian | 19 |
| 08/22/25 vs Burroughs | 27 |
| 11/08/24 @ Sunnyside | 13 |
| 11/01/24 vs South | 6 |
| + 6 more games |
Tehachapi got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Colton Michael out in front who threw for 202 yards and three touchdowns on only 13 passes, and also rushed for 33 yards. That's the most rushing yards Michael has posted since back in September of 2024. Tylere Lombardi was another key rusher, rushing for 100 yards and a pair of scores on only ten carries.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Tehachapi was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 233 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Taft only rushed for 41 rushing yards.
Special teams also deserves some recognition, posting 13 points in total. The biggest highlight from special teams (and perhaps the team as a whole) came courtesy of Kyle Shipp, who ran a punt back for a touchdown.
Tehachapi now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Taft, their loss dropped their record down to 1-2.
Coming up, Tehachapi will square off against Wasco at 7:30 p.m. on the 12th. As for Taft, they will take on Arvin at 7:30 p.m. on the 12th.
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