Dons Mount Another Comeback to Top Glendale, 27-24
September 21, 2024

Dons Mount Another Comeback to Top Glendale, 27-24

Santa Ana took the lead late to walk away with a 27-24 win over Glendale.

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SANTA ANA, Calif. - Sophomore running back William Saucedo had his best game of the young season while the SAC defense stood their ground to help the Santa Ana College Football team earn a 27-24 win over the Glendale Vaqueros (1-1) in week three. 

The standout out of Yorba Linda had his number called 30 times, which helped him record a season high 111 yards and two touchdowns. 

With veterans Malachi Pierce and Owen Smith out due to injury, the Dons (2-1) needed others to step up. 

Freshman wideout Keyshawn Johnson took advantage of the opportunity, catching a team high four passes with 57 yards while picking up some critical first downs. Fellow freshman tight end Nathan Meek also made his mark in this one as he recorded three catches for 41 yards. 

Quarterback Nate Bento had another clean game, throwing for 124 yards while rushing for 54 yards. 

Although the offense did its job when it mattered, the Dons could not have won this game without the play of their defense. 

SAC forced four turnovers including interceptions by Jesse Vargas and Tanner Fronaberger as well as a strip sack by Christian Gabb which was returned by Owen Tesch for a game winning touchdown at the 4:00 minute mark in the fourth quarter. 

In addition, sophomore defensive lineman Oscar Serrano was a force in the middle and recorded a team high seven tackles for the Dons. Jake Bento added six tackles of his own while Josef Oborny collected five tackles and a sack and a half. 

Santa Ana will now prepare to hit the road again as they are set to face Santa Monica College in week four. The Corsairs started the year with two wins before dropping Saturday's contest to Chaffey by a score of 54-7. Kickoff will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 28th.