North Monterey County unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Palma Chieftains and fell 41-13. While losing is never fun, the Condors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 640th, while the Chieftains are ranked 153rd).
Palma got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Eli Dukes out in front who rushed for 132 yards and a pair of scores on only nine carries. Dukes has been hot, having also posted two or more rushing touchdowns the last five times he's played. David Garcia was another key rusher, rushing for 45 yards and three touchdowns.
North Monterey County will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Rancho San Juan at 7:30 p.m. on the 12th. As for Palma, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Hilmar at 7:30 p.m.
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