Bishop Broncos Varsity Football End Season with 21-14 Loss to Chavez in CIF Playoffs

DELANO, Calif. — Bishop Union’s football season came to an end Friday night as the Broncos fell to Chavez High School, 21-14, in the opening round of the CIF Central Section Division 5 playoffs. Despite a strong defensive effort highlighted by an 80-yard interception return for a touchdown, Bishop Union came up short against the Titans, bringing the season to a close. Dom Dondero provided one of the game’s biggest defensive plays, recording six solo tackles and returning an interception 80 yards for a touchdown. Tosa Shultz added four solo tackles and forced a fumble, while Waylan Marquez contributed five solo tackles, six assists and a fumble recovery. The Broncos’ defensive front also made its presence felt. Zane Nicholson led the team with eight solo tackles, including two tackles for loss and a quarterback sack. Kole Barlow recorded three solo tackles, two tackles for loss and a quarterback hurry, while Daxen Svacina added five solo tackles and a sack. DeVaun Mitchell finished with three solo tackles and a tackle for loss. Levi Williams had three solo tackles, Dom Barlow recorded four total tackles, and Jaden Jimenez contributed five solo tackles and five assists. Sergo Sandoval added three total tackles. Offensively, Oscar Henriquez led the Broncos on the ground with 11 carries for 31 yards and a touchdown. Dondero also contributed six receptions for 53 yards, while Mitchell hauled in three catches for 42 yards. Quarterback Wyatt Miears completed 11 of 26 passes for 98 yards. Friday’s game also marked the final high school football appearance for nine Bishop Union seniors: Dondero, Williams, Mitchell, Heath Fuller, Thomas Jackson, Svacina, Jimenez, Sergio Sandoval and Byron Gustie.

Final Score 21-14

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More information about Bishop Union (Bishop, CA) Boys Varsity Football can be found here: Bishop Union Boys Varsity Football Fall 26-27.

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