McClatchy came into Friday's game having lost nine straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They blew past the Kennedy Cougars, posting a 38-0 win on the road. The Lions' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Jeremiah Giles was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 100 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 carries. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Sammy Hernandez-Hartman, who gained 80 total yards and two touchdowns.
McClatchy's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Aaron "Kiko" Brambilia. Austin Aten was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making seven total tackles (4.0 for loss).
McClatchy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Kennedy, this is the second loss in a row for them and also nudges their season record down to 1-3.
McClatchy will challenge Antelope at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. McClatchy is facing Antelope at the right time seeing as Antelope is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Kennedy, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they challenge Cordova at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Cordova will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Kennedy surely won't give up without a fight.
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