Templeton gave up the first points on Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. They won a game that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Monache Marauders 32-31. For the Eagles, this counts as revenge for the 20-17 victory the Marauders walked away with the last time they faced one another back in August of 2024.
Templeton was led to victory by Tyler Cunningham and Colter Tannehill. Cunningham gained 73 total yards and three touchdowns, while Tannehill rushed for 36 yards and a pair of scores. The Eagles also got help from Ethan Armet, who showed off his sure hands for 89 receiving yards.
Templeton didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Monache to a completion percentage of just 43.8%. The team can thank Parker Kasarjian for the heroic effort on defense: he. Templeton wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 57.9%.
Templeton's defensive line didn't let Devin Rodriguez., get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for three sacks. In fact, those sacks all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Landen Reifers.
Despite the loss, Monache still got an impressive performance from D.J. Shimer, who rushed for 135 yards and three touchdowns, and also picked up 49 receiving yards and one TD. Shimer was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 55 yards.
The win got Templeton back to even at 1-1. As for Monache, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Looking ahead, Templeton will head out to square off against Coalinga at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Monache, they will face off against Chavez at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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