Exeter fell victim to Woodlake and their airtight defense on Friday. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 41-0 to the Tigers, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The Monarchs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
Woodlake's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Gio Rodriguez led the charge by picking up 41 receiving yards and one score, while also rushing for 31 yards. Those 41 receiving yards gave Rodriguez a new career-high.
Exeter's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Woodlake, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Exeter will take on Lindsay at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Woodlake, they will face off against Hanford West at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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