Novato has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 12 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They took a blow against the Sonoma Valley Dragons, falling 42-6. The match marked the Hornets' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Trevor Cleary threw for 152 yards and a touchdown.
Hayden Yaeger was his top target, picking up 58 receiving yards. On the ground,
Alex Felchlin rushed for 38 yards.
Sonoma Valley's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Dalan Lopata, who threw for 250 yards and four touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes. Sonoma Valley also got a significant boost from Cayden Waldrop, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 149 yards.
Novato moved to 5-2 with that defeat, which also ended their five-game winning streak. As for Sonoma Valley, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 7-0.
Novato will challenge San Rafael at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Novato's defense has only allowed 12 points per game this season, so San Rafael's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Sonoma Valley, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Archie Williams at 7:00 p.m. One thing working in Sonoma Valley's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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