News Summary
Chris Haas, a senior tailback for Coronado Islanders, is just 107 yards shy of breaking the single-season rushing record at Coronado High School, currently at 1,723 yards. With an impressive performance in the CIF Division V Quarter-Finals, where the Islanders defeated Tri-City Christian 41-0, Haas rushed for 203 yards. As the Islanders prepare for a crucial match against La Jolla Country Day, all eyes are on Haas as he aims to etch his name in the school record books.
Coronado, CA – Coronado Islanders senior tailback Chris Haas is closing in on the single-season rushing record for Coronado High School, currently held by J.T. Rogan (CHS ‘04) with 1,723 yards. Haas has gained 1,617 yards this season and needs just 107 yards to break the record, which has stood since 2003. The Islanders are set to face La Jolla Country Day at home on Friday night, with kickoff scheduled for 7 PM.
In their recent CIF Division V Quarter-Finals match, the Islanders delivered a commanding performance, defeating Tri-City Christian with a score of 41-0. The game started with Coronado’s defense setting a strong tone, executing a goal-line stand in the first quarter that demonstrated their determination and skill. Islander Luke King recovered a fumble from Tri-City after a punt return, enabling Coronado to score the game’s first touchdown, a pass thrown by quarterback Briley Knight to junior Wyatt Montague.
Tri-City attempted a robust offensive drive, producing a 68-yard, 11-play sequence, but their efforts were thwarted by Coronado’s defensive resilience. The Islanders surged ahead, scoring three additional times in the third quarter to build a comfortable lead of 27-0 by the end of the period. Chris Haas stood out during the game, rushing for an impressive 203 yards on 25 carries, further solidifying his place as a key player on the team.
Coronado’s dominant performance resulted in 35 unanswered points, leading to the initiation of a running clock in the fourth quarter due to their substantial lead. In addition to Haas’ notable contributions, the game featured a three-yard run by Haas himself, a two-point conversion pass to Haas from Knight, a three-yard touchdown run by Knight, and a one-yard touchdown run from Luke King. This victory allowed Haas to achieve a personal best, bringing his season statistics to 1,617 yards on 222 carries, averaging 7.3 yards per carry.
With a current record of 7-4, Coronado is preparing to host La Jolla Country Day, who has a record of 8-3, in the Division V Semi-Finals. La Jolla Country Day’s junior quarterback, Braxton Burmeister, has committed to play at the University of Arizona starting in 2017 and has made a significant impact with three touchdown passes and a rushing touchdown against Clairemont in the Quarter-Finals. It is also worth noting that the Islanders previously defeated La Jolla Country Day in an exhibition game earlier this season, with a final score of 17-0.
As the Islanders gear up for this critical matchup, Head Coach Tony Isabella emphasizes the importance of adhering to their game plan to compete effectively against La Jolla Country Day. The upcoming game is set to be a pivotal moment for both teams as they advance in the CIF playoffs.
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