14U Carson Cornell with a touchdown against Yreka. Photo by Rhonda Andoe

GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) - The Gridley 14U Titans took the long trip up to Yreka on Saturday, Sept. 28 to take on the 14U Miners.

The game was started by the Titans defense setting the tone for the game. They got a quick three and out, forcing the Miners to punt and allowing the Titans offense to get going.

The running game was a big factor for the Gridley Titans getting the win. The Titans rushed for a total of 248 yards with Benny Zumwalt leading the charge with 94 yards and Hudson Oakley trailing with 76 yards and two touchdowns. Talan Sannar and Chandler Dixon were also able to score a touchdown each. With the run game working well the pass game opened up for Alec Luquin, allowing him to throw a 26-yard touchdown pass to Jaiden Bandy.

14U Chandler Dixson with a run against Yreka. Photo by Rhonda Andoe

The final score of the game was 38-0. The Titans defense has been on a roll the last four weeks not allowing a touchdown. The secondary has been on fire averaging two interceptions a game.

Next the 14U Titans will be on the road one last time to face West Valley the current first place team.