Verdugo Hills extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Friday, dropping them down to 0-3. They had to suffer through a 48-13 loss at the hands of the Taft Toreadors. The Dons were already down big by the end of the third quarter and they stayed that way after failing to score in the fourth.
When it comes to explaining why Verdugo Hills lost, don't look at Aiden Mejia. Despite the final result, he picked up 94 receiving yards, and also rushed for 40 yards.
As for Taft, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three matches by 22 points or more this season.
Nathan Swinson had another great game (as he tends to do), throwing for 266 yards and four touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes, and also rushing for 41 yards. He has been hot, having posted three or more passing touchdowns the last five times he's played. Wesley Parvizi was in the mix too, providing Taft with two scores.
Coming up, Verdugo Hills will take on Chavez at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The contest will give the Dons their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Taft, they will square off against Eagle Rock at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Toreadors will need to watch out since the Eagles have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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