December 7, 2024

Football defeats Reedley, 27-7 to the Golden Valley Bowl

Diablo Valley

Reedley

Final

Diablo Valley

Reedley

Diablo Valley College secured a commanding 27-7 victory over Reedley College on December 7, 2024, with a dominant performance that showcased their offensive balance and defensive strength. After a scoreless first quarter, the Vikings broke through in the second with a 28-yard field goal by Jorge Deseusa, taking a 3-0 lead into halftime. The third quarter saw the offense come alive as Jaysn Wade capped off a 48-yard drive with a 6-yard touchdown run, followed by a 21-yard touchdown pass from Isaiah Newton to Amani Elfadil, extending the lead to 17-0. Deseusa added another field goal in the fourth quarter, and Omari Taylor sealed the win with a 4-yard touchdown run, bringing the final score to 27-7.

The Vikings' offense was powered by a dominant ground game, with Ferrari Miller rushing for 110 yards and Jaysn Wade contributing 96 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Isaiah Newton overcame three interceptions to deliver critical plays, including his touchdown pass to Elfadil. Special teams also played a pivotal role, with Deseusa perfect on two field goals and three extra points, while Jacob Johnson's punting averaged an impressive 54.5 yards.

Defensively, Diablo Valley stifled Reedley, holding them scoreless until the final minutes of the game. The Vikings forced three interceptions, including key takeaways by Wesley Garton and Michael (Tre) Dean, and recorded four sacks. Their disciplined play controlled the pace of the game, as the Vikings dominated time of possession with nearly 46 minutes. This comprehensive performance underlined Diablo Valley's strength and precision as they continue to assert themselves in the Northern California Football Conference.