December 7th 2024.
The game between Pittsburg and Folsom on Friday night was nothing short of spectacular. While it may not have come as a surprise that Pittsburg ultimately triumphed over their opponents, the way they did it left the crowd in awe. It all started with Folsom taking an early three-touchdown lead, catching Pittsburg off guard. But the Pirates weren't about to let that slow them down.
Led by quarterback Marley Alcantara and an unrelenting defense, the Pirates rallied back and put up a fierce fight against the explosive Bulldogs offense. It was an intense battle, but in the end, Pittsburg emerged victorious with a score of 28-27, earning them the NorCal Division 1-AA championship title. And the excitement didn't stop there - the Pirates were now headed to the 1-AA state title game against either Lincoln-San Diego or Newbury Park, which would take place the following Friday at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo.
Alcantara's performance was nothing short of impressive as he threw four touchdown passes, making his final home game in a Pittsburg uniform one to remember. Not only did he help secure the win, but he also avenged the Pirates' loss to Folsom in last year's 1-A regional championship game. Despite Folsom's efforts to close the gap with a short run by quarterback Ryder Lyons in the final minutes, Pittsburg's defense held strong, stopping their two-point attempt and sealing the epic victory.
However, things didn't start off so well for Pittsburg. Folsom took control early on, marching down the field on their first drive and scoring a touchdown. Then, on the Pirates' first possession, they fumbled the ball, giving Folsom an opportunity to extend their lead. Lyons took full advantage and threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Daymion Rivera, putting Folsom up by 14 points.
But Pittsburg refused to give up. Alcantara connected with freshman speedster Kenny Ward for a 20-yard touchdown pass, giving the Pirates their first points of the game. And just before halftime, Alcantara found R.J. Mosley for another touchdown, narrowing the gap to 21-14.
The second half was just as intense as the first. Both teams fought hard, but it was Pittsburg's determination and resilience that ultimately led them to victory. And with this win, they proved that anything is possible with hard work, dedication, and a never-give-up attitude.
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