Flag Football:
Glendora made history on Tuesday evening.
The Tartans edged their hosts from Torrance, 13-12, in the first round of the CIF-SS Division 3 playoffs.
It’s the first postseason win in school history.
GHS took a 13-0 lead into the break, and they were able to narrowly hold on.
Reagan Hermann had a monster game with nine catches for 143 yards and two touchdowns.
Herrmann also picked a pass while on defense.
Rylee Franks completed 16-of-23 for 163 yards and two scores.
Hailey Travisano gained 96 yards on 18 carries.
Olivia Martin had five flag pulls, three batted passes and an interception.
Stella Silva totaled four tackles and a game-sealing pick.
Maddie Finkbiner chipped in with four flag pulls.
Up next: The Tartans will host Long Beach Millikan on Saturday with a kickoff time to be determined.
The Rams (15-5) edged Valencia, 7-6, in their first-round contest.
Quotable:
GHS coach, Greg Bidolli: “The girls came out to play tonight. I truly believe they believed in themselves. We got outstanding play from so many girls on both sides of the ball. They really showed they were ready to compete against a very good Torrance team. Now, we see what we can do against another very good team in Millikan (Long Beach) on Saturday at home. We will definitely need to bring our best effort to get another victory.”
Box Score:
G: 0-13-0-0-(13)
T: 0-0-6-6-(12)
Records: Glendora (11-8); Torrance (13-5)