Crespi had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They blew past the Gardena Panthers 34-0 on Friday. This was payback for the Celts, who suffered a 14-7 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Crespi found their leader in sophomore Chase Curren, who threw for 236 yards and three touchdowns. Jaden Ayala helped Curren out on the ground, rushing for 22 yards and a pair of scores.
Somto Nwude
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Crespi's defense made their presence known, laying out the QB four times. In that department, Somto Nwude was the leader with two sacks. He is on a roll when it comes to sacks, as he's now posted at least one in each of the last four games he's played dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Crespi will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Golden Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Gardena, they will welcome South East at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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