Calera had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They came up short against the Northridge Jaguars, falling 41-21. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Calera's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jordan Ward, who threw for 233 yards and three TDs, and also rushed for 71 yards on only ten carries. Cayden Specks was in the mix too, providing the Eagles with two scores.
Northridge's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Mayson Elam led the charge by throwing for 283 yards and a pair of touchdowns while completing 73.9% of his passes, and also rushing for 48 yards. That's the most rushing yards Elam has posted since back in September of 2024. Another player making a difference was Jaylin McCray, who gained 89 total yards.
Calera didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 27-7 defeat against Central on the 29th. As for Northridge, they have also already played their next contest, a 44-12 victory against American Christian Academy on the 29th.
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