Lodi extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 0-4. They took a 35-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Escalon Cougars. While losing is never fun, the Flames can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 473rd, while the Cougars are ranked 215th).
Even if they lost, Lodi's defensive line still kept up the pressure with four sacks. In that department, Gavin Moran was the leader with two.
As for Escalon, they pushed their record up to 2-2 with the win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 36.8 points over those games.
Escalon found their leader in sophomore Dylan Ball, who rushed for 76 yards and a pair of TDs on only five carries, and also picked up 42 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Looking ahead, Lodi will square off against Buhach Colony at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The Thunder will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each matchup than the last. As for Escalon, they are taking a road trip to face off against Sonora at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats' defense has only allowed 13 points per game this season, so the Cougars' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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