TEMECULA – In a matchup that harkened back to their Southwestern League days, the Chaparral Pumas overpowered the Great Oak Wolfpack with a commanding 42-0 victory last Friday evening. Held at Great Oak High School, the game marked the seventh consecutive year Chaparral has defeated Great Oak, solidifying their status as City Champions.
Chaparral’s dominance was evident from the start, driven by the remarkable performance of quarterback Dane Weber and wide receiver Caden “CB” Butler. Weber was nearly flawless, completing 84.2% of his passes for a total of 224 yards and three touchdowns. Butler was his main target, collecting 125 receiving yards and crossing the goal line twice. This game continues Weber’s streak of throwing three or more touchdowns in each of the last three games.
On the ground, Jayce Venable contributed significantly with 34 rushing yards and two touchdowns, adding to Chaparral’s already formidable offense. The Pumas’ airtight defense held Great Oak scoreless, effectively neutralizing their offensive efforts.
For the Wolfpack, quarterback Reagan Ricken struggled against Chaparral’s defense, completing 15 of 33 attempts for 140 yards. His top receiver, Ryder Parks, managed 78 receiving yards, while Ryder Smith added 44 yards on the ground. Despite their efforts, Great Oak was unable to breach Chaparral’s defense.
This defeat drops Great Oak’s season record to 1-4, a stark contrast to their success last year when they clinched the Big West South Division conference title. On the other hand, Chaparral remains undefeated with a 4-0 record, continuing their impressive run this season in the Big West North Division, in which they took second place last season.
Looking ahead, Great Oak will have a break before league matchups begin when they will face Corona at 7 p.m. on October 3. The extra time could provide a much-needed opportunity for the Wolfpack to regroup and strategize. Chaparral, meanwhile, will be on the road to face Mission Viejo at 7 p.m. this coming Friday in one last preseason matchup. Mission Viejo has consistently scored at least 31 points in every game this season, promising an exciting matchup for the Pumas.
Chaparral’s latest win not only reinforces their strong start to the season but also keeps the Temecula City Championship title firmly in their grasp. For Great Oak, the focus now shifts to recovery and preparation for their upcoming challenges.
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