Lancaster unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Bishop Diego Cardinals by a score of 42-40 on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Eagles can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 315th, while the Cardinals are ranked 112th).
Despite the loss, Lancaster still got an impressive performance from Michael Marsenich, who rushed for 78 yards and a pair of scores on only nine carries, and also threw for 188 yards and two TDs. 94 of those passing yards were hauled in by Jayson Wilson, who also brought in two receiving touchdowns.
Bishop Diego's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Tua Puailoa Rojas led the charge by throwing for 258 yards and three touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes, and also punching in one rushing score. Oscar Anoai Mauia helped Puailoa Rojas out on the ground, rushing for 155 yards and a pair of scores.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lancaster will venture away from home to square off against Newport Harbor at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bishop Diego, they will head out to take on West Ranch at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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