The Twentynine Palms Varsity Wildcats Football team went on the road to play Indian Springs High School in San Bernardino Friday night and brought back a hard fought 27-21 victory. Coach Ernest Martinez said defensive standouts on the night were junior linebackers Arlen Myers, Andrew Wilson, and Kyle Hope. The defensive front of Dylan Martinez, Shane Estrada, Josh Alderson, and Caleb Roy played outstanding throughout the game. Beayahn Carrllo led the team offensively with over 157 yards rushing and 51 receiving yards. The ’Cats will now begin the tough De Anza league season as they travel to face the newest school in the league, Rancho Mirage High School.
The Twentynine Palms High School frosh-soph team had a stellar 34-0 victory over Indian Springs. Players of the game were Enlike Tuli, Derek Sutherland, K.J. Magwood and Bryton Williams.
The Yucca Valley High School football team traveled to Blythe to play Palo Verde High School. The Trojans lost 42-7. Trojan defense was led by Larry Williamson with 13 tackles and Taylor Smith with nine tackles. Mike McKay added six tackles and blocked a point after try. Taylor Smith led the offense with 64 yards on the ground and a touchdown. The Trojans are looking forward to league play and getting some key players healthy. Trojans open up League play at Big Bear this Saturday at 1:30 pm.
The Yucca Valley High School junior varsity team defeated the Palo Verde JV team 34-6. Coach Tim Cannavo said the defense allowed only 110 yards. Daniel Hoover led the defense with 11 tackles. Rakwon Reeves continued his defensive success adding 10 tackles, one sack, and he blocked a point after try. Joseph Jennings and Jake Moore scored touchdowns. Joseph also added 84 yards rushing on five carries. Lucas Lopez scored two more touchdowns and added 183 yards to his season totals. Lucas also returned a punt 55 yards for a third touchdown.
The Yucca Valley High School volleyball teams traveled to Cathedral City for their last preseason match on Friday. The varsity team won 3-1. The team was led by Ashely Priest with nine kills and eight blocks; Jade Adair was 17 for 18 serving; Haley Rayburn was 20 for 22 serving, seven aces and Libero Chloe Smith with 19 digs. We are ready for league play from going 3-1 in the preseason and are looking forward to facing Big Bear today.
The Yucca Valley High School junior varsity Volleyball team won 2-0. The teams will travel to Big Bear today.
The Joshua Springs Christian School girls’ volleyball team will travel away to Palm Valley. The first serve is at 5:30 p.m.
