FOOTBALL NOTES: Western airs it out, Harper brothers connect again and CVC joins a league

WESTERN’S PASSING GAME CLICKS IN NON-LEAGUE GAME

Western High School’s passing game was in full gear Friday night as the Pioneers defeated St. Margaret’s 35-22 to improve their record to 2-0.

Quarterback Anthony Luna led the way, completing 23 of 29 passes for 251 yards and two touchdowns.

“Anthony Luna was very efficient in leading us to a tough victory over St. Margaret’s,” said Western Coach Dan Davidson. “His pocket presence and ability to keep plays alive was instrumental in leading us to this hard fought win.”

 Drew Faulkner was the top receiver with 15 catches for 187 yards and a touchdown. On defense, he had a game clinching interception and six solo tackles.

Josh Faulkner had a big game as well with four touchdowns: three rushing and one receiving and already has seven touchdowns this season, according to Davidson.

Western hosts Cypress (2-0) Thursday night.

NORTHWOOD’S HARPER BROTHERS CONNECT ON ANOTHER TD

Coach JC Clarke’s Northwood squad improved its record to 2-0 with a 35-6 victory over Kennedy Friday night. The Timberwolves play at Laguna Beach Friday.

Adam Harper led the offense with 106 yards on 12 carries. He also completed a 12-yard touchdown pass to his younger brother Joseph. It was the second week in a row he connected with his brother on a TD pass.

Joe Harper had five catches for 89 yards and three touchdowns.

Quarterback Eugene Miyata was also solid, completing 9 of 14 passes for 174 yards and two touchdowns.

Northwood’s defense held Kennedy to minus six rushing yards and 106 yards passing. The Timberwolves also had four fumble recoveries.

Danial Kamel was the top player on defense, according to Coach J.C. Clarke

“The offense was much better and balanced this week,” Clarke said.

CAPO VALLEY CHRISTIAN PART OF A FOUR-TEAM LEAGUE

Capistrano Valley Christian’s football team is in aleague this season, according to Coach Eric Preszler.

“We’re in a league now so we have a chance to control our own destiny,” Preszler said.

Other teams in the Mesquite League are Linfield Christian, Arrowhead Christian, Western Christian, Riverside Prep and Trinity Classical Academy.

“I’m thrilled because we’re in a league because we’re in a league with schools similar to us as far as size and competitive equity,” Preszler said. “If you get first, second or third, you find a way to stay in the playoffs and who knows what happens.”

The Eagles host Godinez Friday night at Aliso Niguel.

—Tim Burt, OC Sports Zone; timburt@ocsportszone.com