Note From The Editor; East L.A. Sports Scene.Com embarks on a NEW and creative way to keep all of our loyal and dedicated High School football fans up-to-date with weekly scores and summaries on the programs we have covered these past 24 seasons. We also cordially invite fans and viewers to provide us with their comments on how their team, or teams, performed. To comprehensively follow your favorite, or any other high school team, all season long, we strongly recommend that you visit www.maxpreps.comRico Cabrera, Sr./East L.A. Sports Scene.Com
Results/Week #1/2014
8/28/14-Thursday
Roosevelt “Rough Riders” 31 Fairfax “Lions” 13 Recap: After leading the Lions by 13-7 at half-time, the Riders lighted up the scoreboard with 3 TDs in the 3rd quarter. With that scoring outburst, they secured themselves a huge road win, critical to playoff consideration. Selected player highlights: Sam Hernandez/QB, accounted for 2 TDs, 1 rushing/1 passing & completed 10-15 passes for 150 yds; Ignacio Vasquez/RB, 12 carries for 93 yds & 2 TDs; Justin Avila/WR, 6 catches for 74 yds; and Francisco Franco/SS with an electrifying 96 yd kick-off return to start the 2nd half. There was no scoring in the 4th quarter. Roosevelt can now claim “back-to-back” season opening wins over Fairfax. The Riders’ home opener opponent in Week #2 will be the “Spartans” from Sylmar. JC/RHS & RC/ELASS.COM
Wilson “Mighty Mules” 34 Roybal “Titans” 12 Recap: After three weeks of solid practice and preparation for the new season, the “Mighty Mules” of Wilson High were very eager to receive the Roybal “Titans” in this non-conference Home opener. Then, on “Game Day,” they opened the 2014 campaign with a very convincing 35-12 victory and all to the great satisfaction of their large Alumni turn-out for this game. Standout Wilson players in Game #1 included Elijah Collins/RB who rushed for 2 TDs; Chris Allagoa/WR, who scored twice on passes from A.J. Wright/QB. Wright also ran one in for a score. There were plenty of “High-Fives” from the Coaching Staff to go around for the multi-talented and spirited defensive unit for limiting & containing the Titans’ offense in this match-up. The Mules next travel to Santee in Week #2 to face the “Falcons” in another non-league contest. EM/WHS & RC/ELASS.COM
ADVERTISEMENT
Huntington Park “Spartans” 60 Torres “Toros” 14 Recap: The visiting “Spartans” came ready to play. They displayed a high-octane offense from the start, and cruised to an overwhelming victory. Aaron Gutierrez/RB, was a one man wrecking crew for the Spartan offense as he rang up 170 yds. in rushing. The HP offense maintained ball control the entire game. The Spartans were threatened only once in the first half when the Toros put together back-to-back TDs. The first came on a great 50 yd. run by Erik Sanchez/RB, and the second, after a Toro fumble recovery, on a quick 4 yd. scamper by Jose Munive/RB. The Toros were plagued by excessive special teams turnovers which contributed to the final large margin of victory for HP. The Toros play the Monroe “Vikings” in their 2nd consecutive home game in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM
Jefferson “Democrats” 17 Lincoln “Tigers” 14 Recap: The “Tigers” opened the season on the road against the “Demos,” of the Coliseum League. Lincoln scored once in each of the 1st two quarters and led 14-0, but a Demo score in the 2nd qtr. cut the lead to 14-7. The Tigers could not sustain an offense in the 2nd half, while the Demos scored 10 for the winning, but narrow margin of victory. Tiger game highlights belonged to Brayan Figueroa/RB, who scored on a 90 yd. kick-off return, & Dakota Ridgeway/WR who caught 1 TD pass. On defense, Justin Garcia/DB got credit for 2 fumble recoveries. Unfortunately, Senior, Brandon Oroxon, starting WR, did not play because of hamstring tightness. The Tigers play HPk at home in Week #2. JO/LHS & RC/ELASS.COM
South Gate “Rams” 35 Westchester “Comets” 0 Recap: The”Rams” opened up their season on the road and took care of business in a dominant fashion as they shut-out their opponent. As the City’s Division 2 Runner-Up last year, South Gate’s Head Coach Jose Casagran and his team have not missed a beat thanks to the great rushing skills of All-City & 2013 Division 2 “Offensive Player of the Year,” Lavell Thompson/RB, who racked up 148 yds. & scored twice. His teammate Lee Dalequan/WR, caught 8 passes for 118 yds. The Rams’ stingy defensive unit was led by Jonathan Estrada/MLB, who was credited with 10 tackles and Wendell Findley/CB, who earned himself a “Pick-6” for the game. South Gate plays the University HS “Wildcats” in their home opener in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM
8/29/14-Friday
Salesian “Mustangs” 27 Pasadena Muir “Mustangs” 3 Recap: In the “Head-to-Head” duel between these two Mustangs, Salesian won with not too much worry. With the score favoring Salesian 7-3 at halftime, they then went into attack mode in the 3rd quarter. First, Deommodore Lenoir burst out with a 19 yd TD run for his 2nd score of the game. Then, Felipe Meza scored on a 29 yd romp. Completing the scoring for the night, QB/Kaymen Cureton threw a 6 yd TD pass to Jeremy Kelly. The Mustangs dominated their opponent to the delight of their big fan base who turned out in numbers for this season’s home opener and showed their love & appreciation to their current Champions, CIF/Southern Section, Division 5/Northeast. Salesian plays the Claremont High School “Wolfpack” on the road in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM
San Clemente “Tritons” 38 Garfield “Bulldogs” 22 Recap: The “Bulldogs” traveled South down the 5 Frwy. to the home of the San Clemente “Tritons” for a non-conference game with this CIF-Southern Section team. Both teams played to their strengths on defense in the 1st half, as evidenced by the Triton’s slim 14-7 half-time lead. After 3 quarters of play, the score was even closer at 17-14, San Clemente. The Tritons pulled away in the last quarter when they put up 21 points to only 8 for the Bulldogs. Leading Bulldog players: Ausencio Navarro III/QB 13-21 for 284 yds.; Stevie Williams/WR, 5 catches-140 yds./2 TDs; Cleo Session, Jr./WR, 6 grabs-87 yds./1 TD & Albert Molina/RB, 8 carries-43 yds. Garfield’s home opener will be against Huntington Beach’s Edison “Chargers” in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM
The Cathedral “Phantoms” did not play this week. Their first game is against the Pasadena Muir “Mustangs” on Friday, Sept. 5th at Muir. RC/ELASS.COM
Roosevelt “Rough Riders” 31 Fairfax “Lions” 
Roosevelt “Rough Riders” 31 Fairfax “Lions” 
13 Recap: After leading the Lions by 13-7 at half-time, the Riders lighted up the scoreboard with 3 TDs in the 3rd quarter. With that scoring outburst, they secured themselves a huge road win, critical to playoff consideration. Selected player highlights: Sam Hernandez/QB, accounted for 2 TDs, 1 rushing/1 passing & completed 10-15 passes for 150 yds; Ignacio Vasquez/RB, 12 carries for 93 yds & 2 TDs; Justin Avila/WR, 6 catches for 74 yds; and Francisco Franco/SS with an electrifying 96 yd kick-off return to start the 2nd half. There was no scoring in the 4th quarter. Roosevelt can now claim “back-to-back” season opening wins over Fairfax. The Riders’ home opener opponent in Week #2 will be the “Spartans” from Sylmar. JC/RHS & RC/ELASS.COM
Wilson “Mighty Mules” 34 Roybal “Titans” 12 Recap: After three weeks of solid practice and preparation for the new season, the “Mighty Mules” of Wilson High were very eager to receive the Roybal “Titans” in this non-conference Home opener. Then, on “Game Day,” they opened the 2014 campaign with a very convincing 35-12 victory and all to the great satisfaction of their large Alumni turn-out for this game. Standout Wilson players in Game #1 included Elijah Collins/RB who rushed for 2 TDs; Chris Allagoa/WR, who scored twice on passes from A.J. Wright/QB. Wright also ran one in for a score. There were plenty of “High-Fives” from the Coaching Staff to go around for the multi-talented and spirited defensive unit for limiting & containing the Titans’ offense in this match-up. The Mules next travel to Santee in Week #2 to face the “Falcons” in another non-league contest. EM/WHS & RC/ELASS.COM
Recap: The visiting “Spartans” came ready to play. They displayed a high-octane offense from the start, and cruised to an overwhelming victory. Aaron Gutierrez/RB, was a one man wrecking crew for the Spartan offense as he rang up 170 yds. in rushing. The HP offense maintained ball control the entire game. The Spartans were threatened only once in the first half when the Toros put together back-to-back TDs. The first came on a great 50 yd. run by Erik Sanchez/RB, and the second, after a Toro fumble recovery, on a quick 4 yd. scamper by Jose Munive/RB. The Toros were plagued by excessive special teams turnovers which contributed to the final large margin of victory for HP. The Toros play the Monroe “Vikings” in their 2nd consecutive home game in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM
Jefferson “Democrats” 17 Lincoln “Tigers” 14 Recap: The “Tigers” opened the season on the road against the “Demos,” of the Coliseum League. Lincoln scored once in each of the 1st two quarters and led 14-0, but a Demo score in the 2nd qtr. cut the lead to 14-7. The Tigers could not sustain an offense in the 2nd half, while the Demos scored 10 for the winning, but narrow margin of victory. Tiger game highlights belonged to Brayan Figueroa/RB, who scored on a 90 yd. kick-off return, & Dakota Ridgeway/WR who caught 1 TD pass. On defense, Justin Garcia/DB got credit for 2 fumble recoveries. Unfortunately, Senior, Brandon Oroxon, starting WR, did not play because of hamstring tightness. The Tigers play HPk at home in Week #2. JO/LHS & RC/ELASS.COM
South Gate “Rams” 35 Westchester “Comets” 0 Recap: The”Rams” opened up their season on the road and took care of business in a dominant fashion as they shut-out their opponent. As the City’s Division 2 Runner-Up last year, South Gate’s Head Coach Jose Casagran and his team have not missed a beat thanks to the great rushing skills of All-City & 2013 Division 2 “Offensive Player of the Year,” Lavell Thompson/RB, who racked up 148 yds. & scored twice. His teammate Lee Dalequan/WR, caught 8 passes for 118 yds. The Rams’ stingy defensive unit was led by Jonathan Estrada/MLB, who was credited with 10 tackles and Wendell Findley/CB, who earned himself a “Pick-6” for the game. South Gate plays the University HS “Wildcats” in their home opener in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM
Salesian “Mustangs” 27 Pasadena Muir “Mustangs” 3 Recap: In the “Head-to-Head” duel between these two Mustangs, Salesian won with not too much worry. With the score favoring Salesian 7-3 at halftime, they then went into attack mode in the 3rd quarter. First, Deommodore Lenoir burst out with a 19 yd TD run for his 2nd score of the game. Then, Felipe Meza scored on a 29 yd romp. Completing the scoring for the night, QB/Kaymen Cureton threw a 6 yd TD pass to Jeremy Kelly. The Mustangs dominated their opponent to the delight of their big fan base who turned out in numbers for this season’s home opener and showed their love & appreciation to their current Champions, CIF/Southern Section, Division 5/Northeast. Salesian plays the Claremont High School “Wolfpack” on the road in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM
San Clemente “Tritons” 38 Garfield “Bulldogs” 22 Recap: The “Bulldogs” traveled South down the 5 Frwy. to the home of the San Clemente “Tritons” for a non-conference game with this CIF-Southern Section team. Both teams played to their strengths on defense in the 1st half, as evidenced by the Triton’s slim 14-7 half-time lead. After 3 quarters of play, the score was even closer at 17-14, San Clemente. The Tritons pulled away in the last quarter when they put up 21 points to only 8 for the Bulldogs. Leading Bulldog players: Ausencio Navarro III/QB 13-21 for 284 yds.; Stevie Williams/WR, 5 catches-140 yds./2 TDs; Cleo Session, Jr./WR, 6 grabs-87 yds./1 TD & Albert Molina/RB, 8 carries-43 yds. Garfield’s home opener will be against Huntington Beach’s Edison “Chargers” in Week #2. RC/ELASS.COM