News Summary
The Coronado Islanders turned the tables on the Morse Tigers with a decisive 30-14 victory on Friday night. This win marks a significant turnaround for the Islanders, who had lost to Morse previously. Melo Avetyan led the ground game with 78 rushing yards and a touchdown, complemented by Deklan Shann’s 84 rushing yards. The strong defense maintained a low completion percentage for the Tigers. With this win, the Islanders improved their record to 5-3, while Morse fell to 5-4. Upcoming matches promise more excitement as both teams strive to enhance their standings.
Coronado, California – The Coronado Islanders achieved a decisive victory over the Morse Tigers on Friday night, winning the match with a score of 30-14. This game marked a significant turnaround for the Islanders who had previously lost to Morse in October 2021.
Melo Avetyan led Coronado’s ground game, rushing for a total of 78 yards and scoring one touchdown, thereby achieving a new career-high for rushing yards. Deklan Shann further boosted the running attack, contributing 84 rushing yards to the team’s total offense. The Islanders’ solid performance on the ground was complemented by an effective defense that limited the Tigers to a completion percentage of just 41.7%. This marked the fourth consecutive match in which Coronado’s defense kept their opponents below a completion percentage of 46%.
The special teams also played a critical role in the victory, scoring a total of 12 points with all of them attributed to Nico Derkash. Derkash was particularly effective, converting 3-for-3 on field goals, which accounted for nine points, and also completing 3-for-3 on extra points, adding three more points to the scoreboard.
With this win, Coronado improved their season record to 5-3 and have won three out of their last four games. During these last four matches, the team has averaged an impressive 35.3 points per game. On the other hand, Morse’s loss ended their three-game winning streak and brought their record to 5-4.
Looking ahead, the Islanders will face Kearny on Friday at 5:00 p.m., while the Tigers are set to play against Canyon Hills at 7:00 p.m. on the same day.
Game Analysis
The match showcased the Islanders’ well-rounded capabilities, both offensively and defensively. Avetyan’s standout performance underscored the effectiveness of Coronado’s rushing attack, while Shann’s contribution illustrated the depth of the team. The defense’s success in limiting the Tigers’ passing game was equally critical, contributing to the overall victory.
Performance Statistics
- Final Score: Coronado Islanders 30, Morse Tigers 14
- Melo Avetyan: 78 rushing yards, 1 touchdown
- Deklan Shann: 84 rushing yards
- Morse Completion Percentage: 41.7%
- Coronado Record: 5-3
- Morse Record: 5-4
- Nico Derkash Points: 12 (3 field goals, 3 extra points)
- Average Points Per Game in Last 4: 35.3
Upcoming Matches
The Coronado Islanders will continue their pursuit of a successful season in their upcoming matchup against Kearny, while the Morse Tigers look to bounce back against Canyon Hills. Both games are set to provide exciting competition and opportunities for the teams to further improve their standings in the league.
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- MaxPreps: Islanders Win Over Tigers
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- Google Search: Coronado Islanders Football
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