The Vikings football team continued their losing streak with a final score of 38-14 on Saturday, after a tough matchup against the Southwestern College Jaguars.
At halftime, the Vikings were down 0-14 due to two touchdowns and field goals made by Southwestern.
Vikings quarterback Allen Fernett admitted the team lost its will and desire for the game in the first half.
“I don’t think the effort was completely there for all four quarters. We started pretty lazy in the first half, but tried to get the momentum back up during the second half,” Fernett said.
The Vikings ended up trying to make a comeback during the third and fourth quarters, but their relentless effort just wasn’t enough.
The two touchdowns for the Vikings were scored by running back Devin Samples and wide receiver Owen Tomich.
Despite the loss, coach Marques Cooper acknowledged that he still has faith in his boys, and he knows what needs to be worked on in the next game.
“We ran the ball really well this week, but it was those turnovers that were momentum killers for the game. At our next practice, we will be focusing on ball control,” Cooper said.
Wide receiver Owen Tomich shared that there were ups and downs in this match, but he understood and saw that there were opportunities that he and his teammates couldn’t capitalize on.
“We all need to take this sh*t seriously, not just me, but the whole team in general,” said Tomich.
Tomich also shared that although they are off to a rough start this season, they are still setting the same goals and expectations from when they first started, and will work harder on executing their assignments.
Although they faced setbacks, the Vikings still powered through the game and fought hard until the end.
“Like I said, this next game will have a bigger opportunity to learn from and practice,” Cooper said.
The Vikings are set to play their next game at Santa Barbara City College at 6 p.m. on Saturday, with hopes of getting their first win and making a comeback for the season.
Catron Hargrove, defensive back, covering a Southwestern receiver, in game on Sept. 13. The Vikings lost their third straight game 38-14. (Bella Schultz) 
Owen Tomich, wide receiver, lines up for the next play against Southwestern at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The Vikings lost their third straight game 38-14. (Bella Schultz) 
Allen Fernett, quarterback, deeks around Southwestern defenders. The Vikings played at Veterans Memorial Stadium and lost 38-14 moving their record to 0-3. (Bella Schultz) 
Ethan Smithlin kicks off against Southwestern on Sept 13. The Vikings lost 38-14 getting their third loss on the season. (Bella Schultz) 
Allen Fernett, quarterback, who had a completed 24 of 38 passes, running around Southwestern defenders. The Vikings lost 38-14. (Bella Schultz)
