Bishop Diego had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They had just enough and edged out the Lancaster Eagles 42-40. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Cardinals' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 98th, while the Eagles are ranked 342nd).
Tua Puailoa Rojas had an outrageously good game as he threw for 258 yards and three touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes. Samuel Crawford was Puailoa Rojas' top target, picking up 108 receiving yards, while also rushing for 33 yards.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bishop Diego will venture away from home to face off against West Ranch at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lancaster, they are headed away from home for the first time to square off against Newport Harbor at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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