Sherman Oaks CES took care of business in their home opener on Friday (and then some). They took their contest at home with ease, bagging a 40-13 victory over the Lighthouse Christian Saints. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Knights as it put an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Daniel Troung was a one-man wrecking crew for Sherman Oaks CES as he rushed for 200 yards and three touchdowns on only six carries. Troung's longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Sherman Oaks CES's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Liam Clinger and Fudail Burns. Clinger also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making a tackle and defending three passes in addition to snagging an interception. Jacob Ashikian was another major factor on D, making 14 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Lighthouse Christian is on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Sherman Oaks CES will take on Rolling Hills Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lighthouse Christian, they are on the road again on Friday to play East Valley at 7:00 p.m.
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