The Norco Cougars will challenge the Rancho Cucamonga Cougars at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Norco is headed into Friday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game dating back to last season on Thursday. The game between them and Upland wasn't particularly close, with Norco falling 34-17. The Cougars gained 67 more yards on the day, but it was the Highlanders/Scots that made the best use of them.
Despite the loss, Norco saw an underclassman step up: Trevor Schneider rushed for 75 yards and two touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Rancho Cucamonga faced Orange Lutheran in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Rancho Cucamonga was beaten by Orange Lutheran 45-14.
Jacob Chambers put forth a good effort for the losing side as he rushed for 50 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 117 yards and a touchdown.
Norco's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Rancho Cucamonga, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 0-2.
Norco came up short against Rancho Cucamonga in their previous meeting back in August of 2023, falling 21-14. Will Norco have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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