SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 1: Wilcox’s Ri’yon Cooper (1) escapes the grasp of Daymien Valencia (7) in the first quarter of their game at Wilcox High School in Santa Clara, Calif., on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group)
How’s this for Friday night drama?
Serra rallies from two touchdowns behind in the fourth quarter to win on the road over De La Salle 24-21. McClymonds survives Bellarmine’s rally to turn back the Bells in overtime, 24-21.
The Bay Area News Group’s roundup provides all the details from the weekend’s action.
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Ranked teams
No. 2 Serra 24, No. 1 De La Salle 21
Dylan Joudieh kicked a 20-yard field goal with two seconds on the clock as Serra overcame a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit to win on the road against De La Salle. Darren Sabedra has the game story here.
No. 6 Wilcox 38, Hollister 14
Maulidi Saleh’s 70-yard touchdown run helped ignite Wilcox to a dominating victory at home in Santa Clara over Hollister on Thursday. The Chargers improved to 2-0. Joseph Dycus has the details in this report.
No. 12 Campolindo 30, Aptos 22
After last year’s 49-0 drubbing at home against Aptos, there was no game Campolindo wanted more. The Cougars got their revenge by scoring two fourth-quarter touchdowns to erase a 22-16 deficit. “We’re pretty ecstatic at how the kids played,” coach Kevin Macy said by phone from the team bus as it barreled through San Jose on the way home to Moraga. “We wore them down in the fourth quarter. Last year that didn’t happen.” Fourth-period touchdowns by Robbie Mascheroni and Lucas Concepcion were the difference. Concepcion had two TDs for the Cougars. Macy said Concepcion had a big night running the ball. “Last year we couldn’t run on them,” Macy said. Campolindo managed only 40 yards rushing in that loss. Friday night’s rematch didn’t get off to a good start for the Cougars, who were intercepted on their first three possessions. But quarterback Dashiell Weaver settled down after that. Still, Campo trailed 14-2 until scoring its first touchdown right before the half. “The biggest thing was the drive before the half,” Macy said. Campo improved to 2-0 and Aptos fell to 1-1. The Cougars remain on the road for the next two Fridays with games at Windsor and San Leandro. – Mike Lefkow
No. 13 El Cerrito 27, Freedom 13
Freedom led 6-0 early courtesy of two field goals by kicker Justin Dallas, but El Cerrito’s offense had an answer ready in the second quarter. Tony McAdoo and Tome Veukiso each had a touchdown to give El Cerrito a 14-6 halftime lead. Gavin Thompson and Michael Vanhook added to El Cerrito’s advantage as the Gauchos won at home in a non-league game. Samaje Featherstone had Freedom’s only touchdown. El Cerrito improved to 2-0, Freedom fell to 0-2. – Jesús Cano
No. 16 Heritage 54, Granada 14
Another Heritage win, another strong performance by Devon Rivers. After becoming Heritage’s career touchdown leader in last week’s victory, the Fresno State-bound running back had four TDs in a non-league win on the road over Granada. Quarterback Austin Peters completed 6 of 11 passes for 199 yards and three touchdowns. Jeremiah Ruffin, Brooks Davis, Jayson Gripe and Brock Lombardi each contributed one touchdown for the Patriots, who improved to 2-0. Granada’s Quinn Boyd had a touchdown pass to Christian Clouser. The Matadors dropped to 0-2. – Jesús Cano
East Bay
Berkeley 39, American 24
Berkeley, playing at home, picked up its first win of the season in a non-league game against American on Thursday night. The Yellowjackets did it behind strong performances from quarterback Drew Henderson and wide receiver Jackson Harris. Henderson completed 12 of 18 passes and threw five touchdowns, four to Harris and one to BJ Thurman. “I am so proud of the way our team responded,” Berkeley coach David Perry said. “The bond is becoming stronger every game!” Berkeley improved to 1-1. American fell to 0-2. – Jesús Cano
South Bay/Peninsula/SF
Carlmont 17, Los Altos 14
Conner Cook’s 35-yard field goal midway through the fourth quarter broke a tie and provided the winning margin for Carlmont (2-0) in a non-league game played Thursday at Los Altos (1-1). Cook also got off a 60-yard punt that was downed inside the 3. John Hanna carried 35 times for 174 yards, eight first downs and both Carlmont touchdowns. Hanna has 390 yards rushing and five TDs after two games. Junior Carlo Campobello filled in for senior Jack Wiessinger at QB. Matt Abiezzi had two receptions for 48 yards. Next Friday, Carlmont travels to Half Moon Bay and Los Altos visits Hillsdale. — Glenn Reeves
Christopher 51, Piedmont HIlls 9
The Cougars were about as close to perfect as one could expect a high school team to be against Piedmont Hills. Damiann Gomez threw for a touchdown and ran for another, while Jaxen Robinson passed for 171 yards and two scores. Steven Juarez ran for 37 yards and a touchdown, and Eric Argumedo led the team with 47 yards on the ground. Jaterius Lee had his one reception go for 75 yards and the score. Piedmont Hills plays host to Oak Grove next week, and Christopher will try to make it a 3-0 start with a road date against San Mateo. — Joseph Dycus
Gunderson 26, Evergreen Valley 7
The fastest Grizzlies in California produced another quality win for the second week in a row, this time against the Cougars of Evergreen Valley. Running back Jaikob Wright scored two touchdowns on the ground. Tight end Marquise Hall added balance with a 25-yard touchdown catch through the air. And guard Edgar Padilla punched in a one-yard score from the goal line. Gunderson’s next matchup is a big-time road game against Branham. Evergreen Valley travels to Lynbrook. — Joseph Dycus
Overfelt 50, Santa Clara 33
Quinton Togia’i had another spectacular game for Overfelt. The senior linebacker/halfback ran for 223 yards and two touchdowns in 16 carries and helped the defense with three sacks and 10 tackles as Overfelt (2-0) won on the road over Santa Clara on Thursday. Mathias Legrand Carrillo accounted for more than 200 yards for Overfelt as the senior ran for 162 yards and two TDs in 10 carries and caught one pass for 42 yards. Linebacker John Stowers dominated on defense, finishing with 22 tackles and three sacks, Donavan Johnson ran for two TDs and Walter Smith caught two passes for 62 yards and a TD. Next Friday, Overfelt will play host to Mt. Pleasant and Santa Clara (0-2) will be at home to face Del Mar. — Darren Sabedra
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Originally published at Darren Sabedra, Joseph Dycus