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Clovis West is on fire; The Warriors stay strong.

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Julian A. Lozano
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Ben Avera drives the ball to the hole. But Clovis North lost to Liberty-Bakersfield by 2 points.

Ben Avera drives the ball to the hole. But Clovis North lost to Liberty-Bakersfield by 2 points.

The Fresno Warriors were busy last week as they played four games in four days. They managed to win three out of those four games, only losing to Centennial High School in The Selma Jesse Lujan Memorial Tournament. The Warriors have a strong 12-2 record going into a matchup against Buchanan on the 13th at Fresno High School. The game starts at 7:30 pm. *1-4-15 to 1-10-15

Edison's Will Lee dishing a pass against Central.

Edison’s Will Lee dishing a pass against Central.

Central and Edison had a dual at Fresno City College on Monday (1/5/15). The game was close the entire time, with both teams exchanging leads back and forth. Edison’s Braxton Hicks hit the shots when they counted the most and Edison won a close one. Things ended up balancing out when Central defeated East Bakersfield and Edison lost to Clovis East later in the week.

Stallion's Josh Johnson steals the ball in mid air

Stallion’s Josh Johnson steals the ball in mid air

Madera South had an up and down week. They beat Golden Valley on Tuesday (1/6/15), and then lost to Fresno High the next day. They beat Chowchilla the day after that, and then the day after that, they lost to Dinuba. They went two for two on their four day streak of games.

Jeron Bowers attempts a free throw against Sierra Pacific.

Jeron Bowers attempts a free throw against Sierra Pacific.

Hoover won an overtime thriller on Saturday Night against Sierra Pacific. Jeron Bowers nailed 20 points for Hoover. The Patriots of Hoover improve to a steady 7-10 record, and will look to upset Fresno High on 1-16-15 at Hoover High School. The game starts at 6:30 pm.

Clovis West played intense defense in their win against independence.

Clovis West played intense defense in their win against independence.

Clovis West won their 5th and 6th games in a row last week when they beat Bullard and Independence-Bakersfield. The Golden Eagles have a nice 11-3 record, and will look to take down Clovis North on 1-16-15 at Clovis North High School. The game starts at 7:30 pm.

 

Central nearly wins with a buzzer beating three pointer.

Central nearly wins with a buzzer beating three pointer.

FresYes! Top Ten as of 1-10-15

  1. Clovis West Golden Eagles 11-3
  2. Fresno Warriors 12-2
  3. Roosevelt Rough Riders 12-2
  4. Immanuel Eagles 12-2
  5. Edison Tigers 8-5
  6. Clovis East Timberwolves 8-5
  7. Madera South Stallions 11-3
  8. Selma Bears 10-4
  9. Sunnyside Wildcats 11-7
  10. Sierra Chieftains 6-4

FresYes! Featured Game of Round 4: Division 1: (2)Liberty Patriots @ (1)Edison Tigers (2014 Valley Championship)

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Sunnyside Stadium 12-5-14

Sunnyside Stadium 12-5-14

For the second year in a row, The Liberty Patriots were the second seed in the Central Section Division 1 playoffs. Last year they lost a heart breaker to Clovis in the second round. This year’s team has appeared to be even better, and hungry for the Valley Title.

After a 3-2 start, they have bounced back to win 7 in a row. Two of those wins came against last year’s state champions, The Bakersfield Drillers, who were held to 14 points or less in the two games. The Patriots also held Clovis West to six points, and pitched three shutouts during this winning streak of pure chaos. These Patriots have made it to the championship game on a hot streak, and they don’t plan on slowing down.

Edison is serious on the field but cool on the sidelines

Edison is serious on the field but cool on the sidelines

Edison should be undefeated right now, if it wasn’t for the one point loss to Sanger. The loss has appeared to make The Tigers stronger, and they have a keen eye on the Valley Title. Since the loss, Edison is on a 5 game winning streak, holding their opponents to no more than 14 points.

This Edison team relies on nothing but themselves; they play as a team and give it 110% on each snap. They really know how to adjust to their opponents playing style, and are generally a stronger team in the second half. If the Patriots let up once, Edison will capitalize. This game will be very close, and might come down to one great play, or great disaster. Both of these teams are polished, and are used to winning big games.

Edison and Liberty lined up, ready for action

Edison and Liberty lined up, ready for action

December 5, 2014

It was a perfect California December night at Sunnyside Stadium. The Edison Tigers played host to the Liberty Patriots of Bakersfield in an epic showdown for the 2014 Division 1 Valley Championship. As Kickoff approached, both sides of the stadium filled to capacity, and the fans were already loud and pumped up for this historic game.

This game will permanently change the legacy for one of these schools. Edison hasn’t won the Valley Title since 1969, and Liberty has yet to win a Valley Title in their history. After tonight’s game, that will all change.

Vance Sams III plays serious defense

Vance Sams III plays serious defense

Edison received the ball to start the game, as every fan was on their feet cheering; this had an “NFL” atmosphere! AJ Greeley nearly returned the kickoff for a touchdown, but was stopped by a shoe string tackle. Later in that first drive, Greeley caught a big pass for big yardage. After some unfortunate penalties were called against Liberty, Edison had the ball on the Patriots one yard line. This is when Khai Williams punched it in for a one yard touchdown to give Edison the early lead (7-0).

AJ Greeley played corner, running back, receiver, punter, and quarterback

AJ Greeley played corner, running back, receiver, punter, and quarterback

Liberty would get their chance to answer back with a score of their on in the first quarter. The Patriots managed to drive the ball down to Edison’s 15 yard line. This is when Jordan Love tossed a beauty towards the end zone. The ball would have been a touchdown against any other team, but not Edison. Tigers Defensive Back Tyler Horton uses his leaping ability to cut off the receiver’s route and catch a big time interception to maintain the lead for Edison.

Tyler Horton had a leaping interception

Tyler Horton had a leaping interception

Liberty would find a little redemption in the second quarter when running back Anthony Mariscal caught a catch in traffic for a big gain. Mariscal has great hip movement, and it allows him to squeeze into tight spaces. Mariscal would then finish off his own drive with a gutsy one yard touchdown run on fourth down (7-7).

Anthony Mariscal and Jordan Love

Anthony Mariscal and Jordan Love

During halftime, emotions began to kick in as many players realized this could be their last time ever putting on football pads and playing the sport they love. The fans also began to get loud again as the players came back out. The tied up game meant this was going to possibly be a crazy finish to a close game.

The sold out crowd watched a great game

The sold out crowd watched a great game

Just like last week, Tigers linebacker Chris Allison came up with a clutch fumble recovery. This time he was able to pick the ball up and return it nearly for a touchdown; he was brought down at Liberty’s one yard line. Once again Khai Williams finished off the drive when he punched it in for a one yard touchdown run on the very next play (14-7).

Khai Williams lined up along side Hunter Swearingen

Khai Williams lined up along side Hunter Swearingen

Edison maintained the lead going into the fourth quarter. But Anthony Mariscal reminded the Edison fans that the game wasn’t over. He once again finished off a good Patriots drive by squeezing though those tight spaces. Mariscal got the handoff on a draw play, followed his blocks, and finished in the end zone for a six yard touchdown run (14-14).

Braylin Scott lined up at wide receiver

Braylin Scott lined up at wide receiver

The end of the game would belong to Edison wide receiver Kamron Lewis. Lewis caught a 63 yard touchdown pass from Hunter Swearingen with six minutes left in the contest. The ball was accurately thrown his way and when Kamron caught it he outran his defender to the end zone (21-14).

Kamron Lewis had a big touchdown catch

Kamron Lewis had a big touchdown catch

After some successful defensive stops for Edison, Liberty would have one final chance to tie the game. On fourth down, Jordan Love threw a deep pass to the end zone, but it was safely intercepted by Kamron Lewis to seal the deal. Edison is Central Section’s Division 1 football champions for the first time 45 years!

Edison wins the valley title!

Edison wins the valley title!

Edison capped off a magical season, and they deserve every bit of this championship. Nobody played selfish; it was a pure team effort. They have now added a championship to Edison’s already storied football program.

Edison will most likely be invited to compete in the California State tournament next week. As stated last week, this team can beat anyone, anywhere, anytime. The talent is second to none, and I wouldn’t be surprised if they win the State tournament.

Chris Allison had two consecutive fumble recoveries in two weeks

Chris Allison had two consecutive fumble recoveries in two weeks

Game Notes:

Liberty Patriots

Passing- Jordan Love: 10-28, 108 yds, 2 int’s

Rushing- Anthony Mariscal: 19 car, 67 yds, 2 TD’s

Receiving- Matthew Hubble: 5 rec, 42 yds

Edison Tigers

Passing- Hunter Swearingen: 9-18, 128 yds, 1 TD

Rushing- Khai Williams: 17 car, 38 yds, 2 TD’s

Receiving- Kamron Lewis: 2 rec, 77 yds, 1 TD

 

Edison in offensive huddle

Edison in offensive huddle

Valley Championship Results:

Division 2
(3)Dinuba 14
(1)Ridgeview 16
Ridgeview- S. Croney: 24 car, 160 yds, 1 TD
Division 3
(3)Madera 14
(1)Hanford 35
Hanford- J. McDaniel: 23 car, 139 yds, 2 TD’s
Division 4
(2)CVC 6
(1)Liberty-Madera 24
Liberty- C. Wallace: 6 car, 58 yds, 1 TD
Division 5
(8)Corcoran 44
(3)Immanuel 16
Corcoran- N. Portillo: 12-18, 198 yds, 4 TD’s

 

(Scores, stats, and rankings courtesy of Maxpreps.com, and The Fresno Bee)

FresYes! Featured Game of Week 2: # 207 (2-0) Memorial Panthers at # 837 (0-2) Hoover Patriots

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Chris Paz doing pre-game drills

Chris Paz doing pre-game drills

It was a warm and humid night for football at Sunnyside Stadium on September 11th, 2014. On an unparticular Thursday night, the Hoover Patriots hosted the 2-0 Memorial Panthers. Memorial is undefeated; winning their first two games thus far.

Flag at half staff in remembrance of 9/11

Flag at half staff in remembrance of 9/11

On a day of remembrance like September 11th, it was only fitting that one team had the word “memorial” in their name, and the other had the word “patriots” in theirs. The flag was at half-staff for this contest as Hoover honored the first responders of Fresno County by bringing them onto the field. The Patriots marching band performed their rendition of the star spangled banner before the kickoff.

Hoover and Memorial lined up to begin action

Hoover and Memorial lined up to begin action

Hoover, wearing the special camouflage jerseys received the ball to start the game. However, the first score of the game belonged to the Memorial Panthers when Stevan Johnson ran it in for a 31 yard touchdown, capping off a quick three play drive (7-0). After the teams exchanged three and outs, Hoover bounced back on a nicely ran trick play. Kaleo Acfalle connected with Receiver Dazohn Gilchrist on what appeared to be a wide receiver screen play. Just before Dazohn passes the line of scrimmage, he throws the ball down the field to a wide open Caleb Pleasant for the 78 yard touchdown pass (7-7). On the very next drive, Memorial regains the lead when Frank Dalena does a jump ball for the catch, then breaks a tackle to run it in for a 66 yard touchdown (14-7). Hoovers next drive was cut short when Kaleo Acfalle underthrows a pass attempt to running back Matt Arroyo, the pass was intercepted by Daniel Frea and returned for a 45 yard defensive touchdown (21-7). This ended a long, four-touchdown first quarter.

Caleb Pleasant at Wideout

Caleb Pleasant at Wideout

The second quarter was just as action packed. Joey Ruiz showed his quick speed when he received a (bubble) screen pass from Michael Alvarez that went for an untouched 21 yard touchdown pass (28-7). On the next drive, Stevan Johnson made something out of nothing when he also received a screen pass from Michael Alvarez. Just as it appeared he would be tackled after gaining five yards, S. Johnson reversed his angle down field and found an open lane to take the pass in for a 22 yard touchdown (35-7). Joey Ruiz once again showed his blazing speed as he received a short pass from Tanner Demera that he turned into an untouched 64 yard touchdown. The blocked extra point made the score (41-7). Hoover didn’t quit after giving up 34 unanswered points. Kaleo Acfalle runs a play action that memorial bit on, then throws a nice pass to the wide open Dazohn Gilchrist for a 33 yard touchdown pass. After the extra point was blocked the score was now (41-13).

Matt Arroyo lined up next to QB Kaleo Acfalle

Matt Arroyo lined up next to QB Kaleo Acfalle

The second half of the game was not as action packed, but did have entertaining defense. The third quarter was highlighted by Dazohn Gilchrist. He played very aggressive defense, and intercepted two passes (including one in the end zone) in this quarter. Stevan Johnson eventually got his third touchdown of the game when he bulldozed his was for an 11 yard touchdown run (48-13).

Dazohn Gilchrist playing aggressive defense.

Dazohn Gilchrist playing aggressive defense.

Memorial played their second string team in the fourth quarter. It was a very quick quarter as memorial juiced the clock by constantly running the ball. The only score of the quarter came when Hoover quarter back Kaleo Acfalle got sacked in the end zone for a memorial safety (50-13). The final score of this game was 50-13. Hoover drops to 0-3; Memorial’s win puts them at 3-0.

Michael Alvarez reading the defensive formation.

Michael Alvarez reading the defensive formation. Stevan Johnson in the backfield.

Although Hoover lost, there is still a bright side to this game. Running Back Matt Arroyo is the Patriots version of “Pocket Hercules”. He had great hip movement and strong running. His balance made him difficult to tackle. Dazohn Gilchrist plays both sides of the ball; he is a good impact cornerback who played well against memorials talented receiving core. Hoover quarterback Kaleo Acfalle’s cadence also caused memorial to commit four encroachment penalties. He was consistent with quick short slants, and has potential to get even better.

Notice the stars and stripped socks on Frank Dalena

Notice the stars and stripped socks on Frank Dalena

Memorial’s Stevan Johnson has scored 10 touchdowns in 3 games so far this season. He is a dominant back, who has speed and power. Memorials quarterback Michael Alvarez has good tuck and run ability; he is also able to deliver an accurate pass. His accuracy always gives the big receivers of memorial a chance to at least get a jump ball. Memorial has three big receivers in Chris Paz, Joey Ruiz, and Frank Dalena. These three cap off a well-rounded and powerful memorial offense. Memorial should make a big statement this year Fresno/Clovis high school football.

 

Matt Arroyo with ground and pound running.

Matt Arroyo with ground and pound running.

Game Notes

Hoover Patriots

Passing- Kaleo Acfalle: 11-28, 152 yards, 1 TD, and 2 interceptions

Rushing- Matt Arroyo: 12 carries, 83 yards

Receiving- Alek Cintora: 5 receptions, 61 yards

 

Memorial Panthers

Passing- Michael Alvarez: 11-14, 202 yards, 3 TD’s and 1 interception

Rushing- Stevan Johnson: 13 carries, 82 yards, 2 TD’s, 1 receiving TD

Receiving- Joey Ruiz: 5 receptions, 119 yards, 2 TD’s

 

Memorial, Pre-Game huddle

Memorial, Pre-Game huddle

Other Games

Edison 44, Merced 34 – Edison: Khai Williams 18 car, 88 yds, 1 TD

Clovis North 36, Buhach Colony 35 – Clovis North: Bolu Olorunfunmi 3 rushing TD’s + game winning 2 point conversion run.

Clovis 19, Atwater 7 – Clovis: Caleb Trace 11 car, 48 yds

Washington 48, Kingsburg 42 – Washington: Raniel Rogers 7 Rec, 139 yds, 3 TD’s

Farmersville 50, Woodlake 21 – Farmersville: Sam Metcalf 26-48, 481 yds

Fowler 10, Sierra 7 – Fowler: Thomas Valle 5 Rec, 44 yds

Coalinga 26, Kerman 24 – Coalinga: Orlando Hernandez 29 car, 115 yds, 2 TD’s

Selma 28, Shafter 0 – Selma: Paul Thomas 18 car, 149 yds, 2 TD’s

Caruthers 41, Tranquility 8 – Caruthers: Elijah Clark 11-15, 236 yds, 3 TD’s

Fresno Christian 45, Anzar 2 – Fresno Christian: Chris Kollenkark 10 car, 46 yds, 1 TD

Turlock 27, Clovis West 21 – Turlock: scores 27 un-answered points (20 in 4th)

Redwood 49, Tulare 35 – Redwood: Isiah Brito 3 Rec, 120 yds, 3 TD’s

Madera 42, Reedley 29 – Madera: Jesus Jimenez 25 car, 227 yds, 3 TD’s, 1 receiving TD

Sanger 37, Clovis East 34 – Sanger: Sawyer Pittman 11 car, 122 yds, 3 TD’s

Tulare Western 12, Golden West 7 – Tulare Western: Jordan Padilla 5 rec, 99 yds

Orestimba 33, Firebaugh 27 – Orestimba: Joe Sheldon 7 car, 75 yds

Exeter 41, McLane 20

Lemoore 21, Buchanan 3

Liberty (Madera Ranchos, CA) 38, Madera South 7

Central Valley Christian 52, Lindsay 6

Corcoran 43, Yosemite 6

South 30, Arvin 12

Liberty (Bakersfield, CA) 38, Central 14

Hanford 30, Dinuba 7

East 33, Mira Monte 6

Golden Valley 35, Highland 7

Frontier 58, Independence 50

Kennedy 48, McFarland 0

El Diamante 31, Monache 0

Sunnyside 53, Mt. Whitney 35

Orosi 12, Granite Hills 6

Orange Cove 35, Parlier 27

Sierra Pacific 41, Riverdale 6

North 44, Taft 33

Centennial 28, Tehachapi 3

Chavez 7, West 0

Wasco 49, Foothill 16

Kern Valley 30, Big Bear 6

Littlerock 24, California City 17

Desert 61, Frazier Mountain 14

Bishop 50, Mammoth 0

Vasquez 20, Rosamond 18

Grant (Sacramento, CA) 28, Bullard 14

Pacheco 51, Dos Palos 7

Garces 21, Burroughs 7

Hanford West 25, King City 7

Atascadero 34, Stockdale 31

Orcutt Academy 68, Alpaugh 0

Kings Christian 52, Coast Union 17

Cuyama Valley 28, Northwest Christian 20

Valley Christian Academy 44, Faith Christian 22

Mendota 14, Roosevelt 13

Strathmore 40, Laton 0

Mariposa County 38, Minarets 6

Immanuel 28, Chowchilla 20

 

(Scores, Stats, and State Rankings courtesy of Maxpreps.com, and The Fresno Bee)

 

Week 3 Featured game: Liberty Hawks (Madera Ranchos, CA) vs. Fowler Redcats