Hemet had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They blew past the Rancho Christian Eagles, posting a 58-19 victory. The Bulldogs' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Draven Lopez continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, throwing for 185 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 passes, while also rushing for 69 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries. He also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making nine total tackles and defending a pass in addition to snagging two interceptions which he returned for a touchdown. Drew Neal was another key player, rushing for 109 yards and a touchdown on only 12 carries.
Hemet didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off five passes before the game was over. Kee-Esoul Pitchford and Lopez were the leaders of the group effort as each produced two apiece. Lopez is also on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in the last four games he's played.
Defeat or not, Rancho Christian got some senior leadership from Will Ford and Kamryn Jones. Ford rushed for 121 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.6 yards per carry, while Jones picked up 128 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Hemet's win bumped their record up to 10-1. As for Rancho Christian, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 8-2-1.
Hemet has already played their next match, a 28-13 defeat against Serrano on the 15th. Rancho Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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