Prep football: Edison pours it on early to beat ‘Iolani

In the midst of Hurricane Lala's impact on the Hawaiian Islands, Edison football team overpowered 'Iolani Raiders in a pre-season game. Playing at sunny Father Bray Athletic Complex, Eddie Hamada Field witnessed the Chargers from California defeat the Raiders with a convincing 41-27 victory. Edison's quarterback Sam Thomson led the offensive charge by throwing three touchdown passes, while running backs Brett Dempsen and Gavyn Degiacomo amassed 183 yards and three TDs on 21 carries.

Edison's lead reached a commanding 27-0 before the home team began to regain its composure. Despite the challenging weather conditions, 'Iolani coach Patrick Samsonas commended his team's resilience. He acknowledged the game's wet and gusty nature, but expressed pride in his players for their perseverance.

The team from Huntington Beach, California, demonstrated an impressive offense that exploited any cushion the defense provided. While Coach Jeff Grady acknowledged the team's efforts, he recognized that further improvement was necessary to contend in one of the toughest leagues around.

Senior running back Gavyn Degiacomo, wearing No. 39, displayed a powerful performance reminiscent of the legendary Miami Dolphins player Larry Csonka. His 76-yard rushing and two touchdown contributions played a crucial role in the Chargers' victory. Grady expressed gratitude for the team's contributions, noting that several sophomores stepped up to meet the challenge.

The game saw a variety of scoring plays, with Sam Thompson connecting on several touchdown passes, including a 17-yard fake bubble screen that led to a 6-0 lead with just eight minutes remaining in the opening quarter. Edmond's running game also shone, with Dempsen scoring a 59-yard touchdown and ultimately sealing the game with a decisive 41-27 win.