November 23rd 2024.
The North Coast Section title game was an intense battle between De La Salle and Pittsburg, with both teams putting up a strong fight. It was a constant downpour at Diablo Valley College, but that didn't stop Dominic Kelley from making a game-changing play. With just under 8 minutes left on the clock, Kelley broke through the Pittsburg defense and ran 35 yards for a touchdown, giving De La Salle the momentum they needed to secure their 32nd consecutive NCS title.
Kelley was ecstatic about his touchdown, saying that he did it for his teammates and their goal of making it to the state championship. It was a tough game for both teams, with mistakes being made on both sides. But De La Salle coach Justin Alumbaugh praised the effort and determination of both teams, stating that it could have gone either way.
Pittsburg had been leading for most of the game, thanks to a 10-yard touchdown run by Jamar Searcy in the second quarter. However, they missed several opportunities to extend their lead in the third and early fourth quarters. Coach Charlie Ramirez acknowledged that the rain played a factor in their performance, stating that it was consistent as they approached the red zone. Despite their resilience, the ball just didn't bounce in their favor in the end.
Kelley was the star of the game, rushing for a total of 171 yards, while Derrick Blanche added another 76 yards on the ground for De La Salle. It was a run-heavy game for the Spartans, who didn't complete a single pass but still managed to rack up 298 yards on the ground. Searcy had a strong performance for Pittsburg as well, running for 123 yards, and their quarterback Marley Alcantara threw for 78 yards and made some crucial scrambles in the second half.
With this win, De La Salle will represent NorCal in the state Open Division title game. As for Pittsburg, they may have lost this game, but they still have a chance at the NCS Division I title next week when they face off against San Ramon Valley. Stay tuned for more updates on the game.
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