The Gaslighter
By: Ireland Harrington
The Santa Catalina Football Team ended the night with another exciting win! Friday, October 13th, the Cougars hosted their rival school, the Santo Catalino Mountain Lions, from the Bay Area. This was definitely a game to remember. It was tough, and both teams put up a great fight, but only one proved to be driven and technical enough to finish on top. This win put Catalina first in their division.
The statistics for this game were like no other. Catalina’s offense includes several talented and dedicated players that all contributed to the win. Special mentions include star quarterback Sophia Tonini ‘24 who threw twenty touchdowns in the first half of the game. She is currently being recruited by the University of Texas, Penn State, and the University of North Carolina to go Division 1 for football. She has yet to announce her commitment, but wherever she ends up, we expect great things to come in her future career.
The defensive lineup is just as impressive. From sacks to interceptions, they kept the Mountain Lions in check. Linebackers Emily Diaz ‘24 and Emma Kim ‘24 earned a total of thirty-five interceptions this past game alone. Santa Catalina could not be more proud of how their players have stepped in and shown their resilience. “We’re a solid team. We have had an amazing season this far, and there is no doubt in my mind we will continue to do so,” says punter Layla Borman ‘24. This season has truly made a memorable impact on the Cougar community. Running back Jayla Ballesteros ‘26 says, “People come and go, but football is forever.” The dedication and competitiveness of these players makes them a team like no other.
Everyone is expecting another successful season for the Santa Catalina football team, and the Cougars are crossing their fingers for another year undefeated.
LAMPLIGHTER 