Everett Alvarez has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 17.25 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They took a 42-34 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Monte Vista Christian Mustangs. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Mustangs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2021.
Even if they lost, Everett Alvarez's defensive line still kept up the pressure with seven sacks. The heavy lifting was done by Edgar Chavez and Isaiah Camacho who racked up four sacks between them. Chavez is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least six every time he's taken the field this season.
A big part of Monte Vista Christian's victory came down to the chemistry between Dominic Pierini and his top target Nico Downie. Pierini threw for 442 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 11.3 yards per attempt while Downie picked up 219 receiving yards and two touchdowns. A healthy portion of that aerial production (80 yards to be exact) also went to Nate Collins, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Everett Alvarez's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Monte Vista Christian, the win also got them back to even at 2-2.
Everett Alvarez will take on Monterey at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Everett Alvarez's defense has only allowed 17.2 points per game this season, so Monterey's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Monte Vista Christian, they will head out on the road to challenge Watsonville at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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