Chaminade secured a thrilling double-overtime victory against Notre Dame with a final score of 31-30, marking their first Mission League win of the season and their sixth consecutive triumph against their Catholic school rivals from the San Fernando Valley. Ronnell Hewitt, who had an impressive performance throughout the game, scored a crucial 16-yard touchdown run in the second overtime period, leading to the Eagles’ victory. Sophomore kicker Carter Sobel sealed the win with a successful point-after attempt.
The game was a tight defensive battle in the first half, with both teams tied at 7-7 heading into halftime. Chaminade’s offense, led by Hewitt, showcased strong rushing capabilities with a total of 234 yards on the ground. Hewitt ran for 139 yards and scored three touchdowns, including the game-tying and game-winning scores in overtime.
Despite facing a tough Notre Dame defense, Chaminade’s resilience and determination propelled them to victory. Sobel’s crucial field goal at the end of regulation tied the game and set the stage for the thrilling overtime periods. The Eagles’ overall offensive effort and solid defense ultimately secured the hard-fought win.
With this victory, Chaminade improved to a 2-7 record and now looks forward to their final regular-season game against Bishop Amat. On the other hand, Notre Dame aims to finish the season strong as they prepare for a matchup against Loyola with the goal of ending the season at 5-5. The nail-biting game between Chaminade and Notre Dame will surely be remembered as a highlight of the season for both teams.
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