Folsom and Junipero Serra (ranked 41st and 29th in the MaxPreps national rankings respectively) squared off in a high-profile contest on Friday. The Folsom Bulldogs and the Junipero Serra Padres were almost perfectly matched up, but the Folsom Bulldogs suffered a 22-21 defeat. The Bulldogs' loss signaled the end of their 11-game winning streak dating back to last season.
Folsom's loss came despite strong showings from Ryder Lyons and Daymion Rivera. Lyons rushed for 96 yards and a touchdown, while Rivera gained 116 total yards and a touchdown.
Folsom wouldn't let Junipero Serra keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Folsom can thank Jaron Hodson and Jasper Wu for forcing both of them. Wu didn't just play on offense: he also forced a fumble and made a tackle.
Folsom's defeat ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.
Folsom will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Turlock at 7:00 p.m. on September 13th. As for Junipero Serra, they will head out to challenge De La Salle at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Junipero Serra is looking to tack on another W to their six-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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