Thursday just wasn't the day for Diamond Ranch's offense. They were dealt a 42-0 defeat at the hands of the Northview Vikings on Thursday. While losing is never fun, the Panthers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 617th, while the Vikings are ranked 86th).
Isaiah Lucero continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Northview, picking up 108 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Lucero torched the secondary when he pulled down a catch that went for 72 yards. Another player making a difference was Keanu Tauvao, who rushed for 92 yards and a touchdown on only 12 carries.
Diamond Ranch's loss was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Northview, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Diamond Ranch will square off against Alta Loma at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Alta Loma's defense has only allowed 14 points per game this season, so Diamond Ranch's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Northview, they will face off against San Dimas at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Northview knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past six games -- so hopefully San Dimas likes a good challenge.
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