Bishop Diego had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They skirted past 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 112th, while the Eagles are ranked 315th).
Bishop Diego got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Tua Puailoa Rojas out in front who threw for 258 yards and three touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes, and also punched in one rushing score. Oscar Anoai Mauia was in the mix too, providing the Cardinals with two scores.
When it comes to explaining why Lancaster lost, don't look at Michael Marsenich. Despite the final result, he rushed for 78 yards and a pair of TDs on only nine carries, and also threw for 188 yards and two touchdowns. The Eagles' leading receiver Jayson Wilson was Marsenich's top target yet again, picking up 94 receiving yards and a pair of scores.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bishop Diego will take on West Ranch at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lancaster, they are packing up and heading out for their first away game of the season: they will challenge Newport Harbor at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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