Edison football ends Tracy's perfect start with upset in TCAL opener
Edison football made a statement in its TCAL opener, shutting down a previously unbeaten Tracy team ranked among California's top 65 Friday.
Edison shocked previously unbeaten Tracy in their Tri-City Athletic League opener on Friday, Oct. 9, with a 21-14 victory at Wayne Schneider Stadium. The Bulldogs, who entered the game averaging 47.4 points per game, held Tracy to well below that mark. Edison's defense played a critical role in the upset, holding Tracy to just 26 rushing yards and one first down in the fourth quarter.
Sophomore quarterback Ayden McClendon led the offense with 168 passing yards and a touchdown, while receiver Alonzo Ward made up for lost time with three big catches for 95 yards and three touchdowns. Despite some early setbacks, including the loss of key receiver Alonzo Ward and a knee injury to running back David Grisham, Edison's defense held firm, allowing only 100 passing yards and 155 rushing yards through three quarters.
Edison's defense executed well, giving the team the freedom to push the ball and go for explosive plays. Winning was the only thing on Ward's mind, as he wanted to win every rep and force a win in the final score.
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