Rosemead couldn't quite beat Gabrielino on Friday, but the three-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 28-point loss they were dealt last Thursday. The Rosemead Panthers fell just short of the Gabrielino Eagles by a score of 30-27. The Panthers just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
Even if they lost, Rosemead's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. Michael Avila was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two himself. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with nine. Andres Estrada was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 13 total tackles (5.0 for loss).
Gabrielino found their leader in sophomore Alijah Sheppard, who rushed for 54 yards and two touchdowns. The dominant performance gave Sheppard a new career-high in rushing yards.
Rosemead's loss dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Gabrielino, their win bumped their record up to 4-6.
As of now, neither Rosemead nor Gabrielino have any future games scheduled.
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