Venice lost to Harvard-Westlake back in August of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Gondoliers enjoyed a cozy 17-3 victory over the Wolverines. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Gondoliers.
Aaron Minter
| 09/05/25 vs Harvard-Westlake | 94 |
| 08/28/25 vs Granada Hills Charter | 37 |
| 08/22/25 vs St. Monica | 60 |
| 11/08/24 vs Franklin | 35 |
| 11/01/24 vs Westchester | 77 |
| + 4 more games |
Among those leading the charge was Aaron Minter, who picked up 94 receiving yards and one touchdown. That's the most receiving yards he has posted since back in October of 2024.
Venice didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Donte Ross. Ross is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least five every time he's taken the field this season. Venice got some further help from Jonathan Sharp: he picked up four sacks, made ten total tackles (6.5 for loss), and defended two passes.
Venice now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Harvard-Westlake, they dropped their record down to 1-2 with the loss, which was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Venice will head out to take on Norwalk at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Gondoliers will need to watch out since the Lancers have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Harvard-Westlake, they will venture away from home to face off against Royal at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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