Monte Vista Christian's offense rose to the challenge against a Eagles defense that boasted an average of only 17.25 points allowed on Friday. The Monte Vista Christian Mustangs came out on top against the Everett Alvarez Eagles by a score of 42-34. For the Mustangs, this counts as revenge for the 27-15 loss the Eagles walked away with the last time they faced one another back in October of 2021.
Monte Vista Christian had a senior duo take command as Dominic Pierini threw for 442 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 11.3 yards per attempt and Nico Downie picked up 219 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Those 442 passing yards set a new season-high mark for him. A healthy portion of that aerial production (80 yards to be exact) also went to Nate Collins, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
The victory got Monte Vista Christian back to even at 2-2. As for Everett Alvarez, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 2-2.
Monte Vista Christian will face off against Watsonville at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Everett Alvarez, they will host Monterey at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Everett Alvarez's defense has only allowed 17.2 points per game this season, so Monterey's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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