The Santa Rosa Junior College Bear Cubs faced off against the Laney College Eagles on October 4, 2024, in a highly anticipated football matchup. The game took place at Laney College in Oakland, with kickoff at 7:00 PM. The final score saw Laney coming out on top with a 27-9 victory over Santa Rosa.
The game started off strong for Laney, with DaVeonne Sanders catching a 10-yard pass from quarterback Beau Blau for a touchdown early in the first quarter. Kicker Billy Hewitt added the extra point, giving Laney a 7-0 lead. Hewitt later kicked a 30-yard field goal to extend Laney's lead to 10-0.
Santa Rosa managed to get on the board in the second quarter with two field goals from Julian Valencia, cutting Laney's lead to 10-6. The Bear Cubs continued to fight in the third quarter, with Valencia adding another field goal to bring Santa Rosa within one point of Laney, with the score at 10-9 and another Laney Field Goal by Billy Hewitt of 31 yards made the score 13-9.
However, Laney pulled away in the fourth quarter, scoring two touchdowns to secure their victory. Simeon Milan ran for a 5-yard touchdown, followed by Blau rushing for a 2-yard touchdown. Hewitt's successful extra point attempts brought the final score to 27-9 in favor of Laney.
In terms of statistics, Laney dominated the game with 23 first downs compared to Santa Rosa's 11. Laney also outgained Santa Rosa in total offense, with 280 yards compared to Santa Rosa's 244. Laney's rushing game was particularly strong, with Beau Blau, Simeon Milan, and Zachary Norton all contributing to the team's success on the ground.
Santa Rosa struggled to convert on third down, with a 21% efficiency compared to Laney's 40%. The Bear Cubs also had two interceptions, while Laney's defense managed to hold Santa Rosa to only 168 passing yards.
Overall, Laney's strong offensive performance and solid defense were key factors in their victory over Santa Rosa. The Eagles' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and control the game's momentum ultimately led to their success on the field.
The game was a hard-fought battle between two talented teams, but in the end, Laney emerged victorious with a 27-9 win over Santa Rosa. The Eagles showcased their strength on both offense and defense, while the Bear Cubs showed resilience and determination throughout the game. Both teams displayed impressive skill and sportsmanship, making for an exciting and competitive matchup for fans and players alike.
