It's playoff time, and Archbishop Riordan had no trouble coming through when it counted. They blew past the Junipero Serra Padres 33-13 on Friday. The result was nothing new for the Crusaders, who have now won nine contests by 20 points or more so far this season.
Archbishop Riordan's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Adonyae Brown, who rushed for 161 yards and two scores. The Crusaders also got help from Cynai Thomas, who showed off his sure hands for 93 receiving yards.
Archbishop Riordan didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Ronald Hargraves and Thomas. Thomas is also on a roll when it comes to receiving touchdowns, as he's now hauled in two or more in each of the last three games he's played. Tyrone Jones III was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, making seven total tackles, and defending one pass.
Crusaders
| 11/21/25 vs Junipero Serra | 33-13 |
| 11/15/25 vs Salinas | 42-9 |
| 11/07/25 @ Junipero Serra | 42-35 |
| 11/01/25 vs Archbishop Mitty | 37-7 |
| 10/24/25 @ Bellarmine College Prep | 35-13 |
| + 7 more games |
The win keeps Archbishop Riordan at an undefeated 12-0. The victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 42.7 points this season. As for Junipero Serra, their loss dropped their record down to 7-5.
Archbishop Riordan does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Junipero Serra, they will take on Los Gatos at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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