PHOTOS: Irvine evens record with non-league victory over crosstown rival Portola

Irvine quarterback Khoa Bui is pressured by Portola’s Hamza Soliman Friday night. (Photos courtesy Jim Tomlin, For OC Sports Zone).

Irvine High School’s football team evened its overall record at 1-1 with a 24-19 victory over Portola Friday night at Irvine Stadium. Portola, coached by Peter Abe, dropped to 0-2.

Brandon “Figgy” Figueroa led Irvine with had 168 yards on 18 carries and two touchdowns. His longest gain was 65 yards.  Deacon Moss and Diego Monteczuma each had a TD for Irvine.

“Overall, a good back-and-forth type of game against a well coached Portola team,” said Irvine Coach Tom Ricci.

The late legendary Irvine football coach Terry Henigan was honored with a moment of silence at the beginning of the game.

“Both teams came out to the hashmark to show respect,” Ricci said. “I’m happy with the way our guys played. We are improving week to week.”

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Brandon Figueroa powers in for a score for Irvine.

Irvine's Deacon Moss evades Portola's Diego Reyna.

Jamal Abdelkarim of Portola extends to haul in a TD catch.

Diego Reyna of Portola tries to break an Irvine tackle.

Portola QB Nash Luper throws a pass Friday night.

Irvine QB Khoa Bui throws a pass over Portola's

Irvine students packed their side for Friday's game.

Brandon Figuera gains yards for Irvine.

Irvine cheerleaders support the Vaqueros.