In a thrilling matchup between College of San Mateo and Sierra College on September 7, 2024, CSM emerged victorious with a narrow 27-26 win. The game was held in Rocklin, CA, at the Buzz Ostrom stadium, and it kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
CSM got off to a strong start, with Lolo Mataele scoring a 4-yard run in the first quarter to give them an early lead. Sierra fought back, with Elijah Reed scoring a 2-yard run to tie the game at 7-7. However, CSM continued to push forward, with Mataele scoring another touchdown and Dieter Kelly adding two field goals to give them a 19-10 lead at halftime.
In the second half, Sierra fought back hard, with Cannon Tomlin adding a field goal to narrow the gap. However, CSM extended their lead with another touchdown by Mataele in the fourth quarter. SIERRA made a late comeback, with Dontae Robinson scoring two touchdowns, but it wasn't enough as CSM held on for the win.
Overall, CSM had 19 first downs compared to Sierras 20, and they had a total offense of 335 yards compared to Sierra's 351 yards. Lolo Mataele was the standout player for CSM, rushing for 113 yards and scoring three touchdowns.
The game was a closely contested battle between two evenly matched teams, but in the end, CSM came out on top with a hard-fought victory. The fans in attendance were treated to an exciting game of football, showcasing the talent and determination of both teams.
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