The Pierce College Brahmas kicked off their game against the Chaffey College Panthers—the second game of the season—and were the first to score in the first quarter, but the Panthers took the win 35-10.
Offensive Line Coach Anthony Scott observed that the game went well until the team did not execute certain plays.
“[The] big thing is just executing, and it starts in practice, making sure that we come to practice ready, prepared, and then us as coaches, prepare as well,” Scott said.
Defensive Coordinator Jason Manary noted that many points were given up from not executing on defense, but also highlighted a good play by Defensive Back Jacob Lloyd (#38), who got his first interception of the season.
“For me, I got to do a better job of finding the right personnel, or making the right substitutions or the right play calls to put the defense in a better spot,” Manary said.
The Pierce cheer team performed throughout the game and the Canoga Park High School band played music in the first half. Crowds seated on both the visitor’s and home stands were vocal and enthusiastic.
Nadia Figueroa, who was in the stands to support her brother Alex Figueroa (#54), said she enjoys watching the sport.
“I think it’s very cool, especially because I like the field and the setting,” Figueroa said. “I think it’s amazing, I know he loves the sport, too.”
Pierce Defensive Line Erick Seabrook (#94) shared his initial thoughts after the game.
“We were matching our physicality, we did what we need to do, we were doing assignments that we needed to play,” he said. “It’s just we had a couple bad plays, a couple busted coverage, [and] they made a lot of great catches.”
Seabrook was recruited from another school, and said he is happy to be at Pierce.
“Football is something that is big in my heart,” said Seabrook, adding that his plan is to attend a Division 1 college. “It’s always been my dream to make it to the NFL, and I felt like coming to Pierce was my opportunity to make that happen.”
