South El Monte gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They strolled past the Alhambra Moors with points to spare, taking the game 21-6. That's more bragging rights for the Eagles, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Matthew Medina looked great while leading his team to the win, throwing for 214 yards and three touchdowns. Julian Lopez was in the mix too, providing South El Monte with two receiving touchdowns touchdowns.
South El Monte's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Lopez.
South El Monte will face off against Bishop Montgomery at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Bishop Montgomery focused on turnovers this week as team gave up four on Friday. As for Alhambra, they will challenge El Monte at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Alhambra is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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