Both of our local high schools ended their seasons with losses in first round CIF playoff action Friday night.
The Yucca Valley High School Trojans lost to number-one seed Pomona 48-16 at Pomona. Coach JD Thompson said the Trojans struggled with seven turnovers (five fumbles) resulting in 35 points for Pomona. It was a momentous year under first year head coach JD Thompson. The Trojans ended the season 6-5 (5-2 in league) and made the playoffs for the first time since 2012.
Braden Brimhall completed 25-38 passes for 281 and two touchdowns.
Albert Montes-Reyes had 10 catches for 99 yards and an interception on defense.
Caleb Robinson added over 100 yards of total offense.
Jesse Meza caught a touchdown and also had an interception on defense.
Clayton Smith added a 54-yard touchdown reception.
The Trojans played well on defense considering the offensive turnovers.
Tayten Shartel, Alex Kulka, Efrien Torres and Henry Soto stood out.
