Rams Stay Perfect with Statement Win Over Santa Monica
Santa Monica
16
Victor Valley
27
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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7 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 16 |
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3 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 27 |
Team Stats
Game Leaders
Santa Monica
Pa:
Dylan Moreno
- 205
Ru:
Dylan Franklin
- 39
Rec:
Bryson Wood
- 59
Team Stats
| Game Statistics | Santa Monica | Victor Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Passing Yards | 205 | 341 |
| Rushing Yards | 80 | 102 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Time of Poss. | 0:00 | 0:00 |
September 13, 2025
Victor Valley College Football continued its undefeated run with a gritty 27-16 victory over Santa Monica College on Saturday night, improving to 3-0 on the season. The Rams overcame a slow start and leaned on a resilient defense and a second-half offensive surge to hand Santa Monica its first loss of the year.
First Half: Defensive Grit and Special Teams Keep Rams Close
Santa Monica struck first with a touchdown midway through the first quarter, but the Rams responded with a 28-yard field goal from Angel Montero Sanchez to close the gap. After trading field goals in the second quarter, including a 40-yard boot from Montero Sanchez just before halftime, VVC trailed 10-6 at the break.
Despite the deficit, Head Coach David Slover praised his team's composure: "I'm proud of how we stayed focused. Our defense was consistent all game, and that gave us the chance to turn things around."
Third Quarter: Rams Passing Attack Comes Alive
The Rams exploded in the third quarter, scoring 21 unanswered points. Quarterback Seth Burbine led the charge, finishing with 341 passing yards and 2 touchdowns on 24-of-41 attempts. His connection with Cael Meisman and Carlos Amplayo proved lethal—Meisman hauled in 4 catches for 97 yards and a touchdown, while Amplayo added a 72-yard score.
The Rams' three third-quarter touchdowns came on drives of 82, 77, and 55 yards, showcasing the offense's growing rhythm and explosiveness.
Fourth Quarter: Defense Seals the Win
Santa Monica managed a late touchdown, but the Rams' defense held firm. Elliott Norrignton recorded a key interception return for 25 yards, and Adan Torres led the team with 7 total tackles and a forced fumble. Steven Brannon and Ethan Lizama each contributed sacks, while Zatravion Stevenson Henderson and Angel Montero Sanchez recovered fumbles.
VVC Stat Leaders
- Passing: Seth Burbine – 341 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INT
- Receiving: Ricky Sampson – 8 catches, 101 yards; Cael Meisman – 4 catches, 97 yards, 1 TD; Carlos Amplayo – 1 catch, 72 yards, 1 TD
- Rushing: Carlos Amplayo – 10 carries, 34 yards; Jayon Gillett – 9 carries, 25 yards
- Kicking: Angel Montero Sanchez – 2/2 FG (long of 40), 3/3 XP, 9 points
- Defense: Adan Torres – 7 tackles, 1 FF; Elliott Norrignton – 1 INT, 25 yards; Steven Brannon – 1 sack, 6 yards
Looking Ahead
With a 3-0 start, the Rams are building momentum and confidence. Coach David Slover emphasized the importance of growth: "We're learning how to win in different ways. Tonight, it was about staying patient and trusting each other."
The Rams will look to carry this energy into their next matchup as they continue their pursuit of a perfect season.
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