Los Osos had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They managed a 32-28 victory over the Don Lugo Conquistadores on Friday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Grizzlies also won the last time the pair played back in August of 2023.
Evan Abeln had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 121 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries. He got the majority of those rushing yards when he took off on a run and that went for an incredible 65 yards. Los Osos also got help from Jordan Caver, who showed off his sure hands for 84 receiving yards.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Los Osos was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 208 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 167 rushing yards in four consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Several Conquistadores players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Kalib Pacheco, who threw for 291 yards and three touchdowns. Brandon Elias helped Pacheco out on the ground, rushing for 87 yards and a touchdown, while also picking up 40 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Don Lugo's loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Los Osos will host Alta Loma at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Don Lugo, they will welcome El Segundo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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