Two dominant backs in Spencer Perry and Asher Larkin are getting ready to go toe-to-toe. The Francis Parker Lancers will challenge the St. Joseph Academy Crusaders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Francis Parker is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Horizon Prep 38-3. That 35 point margin sets a new team best for the Lancers this season.
Jet Pierce
| 11/07/25 vs Horizon Prep | 45 |
| 10/17/25 vs West Shores | 22 |
| 10/24/25 @ Julian | 20 |
| 10/31/25 @ Borrego Springs | 11 |
| 10/03/25 @ Horizon Prep | 3 |
A big part of Francis Parker's victory came down to the chemistry between Chris Nguyen and his top target Jet Pierce. Nguyen gained 102 total yards and two touchdowns while Pierce picked up 45 receiving yards and two scores. Those 45 receiving yards gave Pierce a new career-high.
One reason for the win was Francis Parker's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. Demetrius Walcott II was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two himself. He also set a new season-high mark in total tackles with 21.
Meanwhile, St. Joseph Academy entered their tilt with Horizon Prep last Friday with five consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with six. They claimed a resounding 62-6 win over the Lions. Given the Crusaders' advantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked tenth, while the Lions are ranked 73rd) , the win wasn't entirely unexpected.
Francis Parker better keep an eye on Blaise McMahon. He was instrumental in St. Joseph Academy's win, rushing for 81 yards and a pair of TDs on only eight carries. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Sean Ambuul, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Francis Parker now has a winning record of 5-4. As for St. Joseph Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 8-1.
Francis Parker took a serious blow against St. Joseph Academy in their previous meeting back in September, falling 60-8. A big factor in that loss was the dominant performance of Larkin, who rushed for 154 yards and four touchdowns on only ten carries. Now that the Lancers know the damage he can cause, will they be able to stop him this time? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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