In the 52nd annual Smudge Pot rivalry, Bonita High School’s football team extended its dominance over San Dimas, delivering a commanding 47-7 victory on Friday night at Citrus College. Junior quarterback Travis Lippert orchestrated the win with an impressive aerial display, throwing for 333 yards and five touchdowns completing 14 of 17 passes, securing Bonita’s sixth consecutive triumph in the series.

San Dimas briefly stirred hope with an early onside kick recovery, but the Saints’ chance at an upset faded quickly. After their offense failed to convert, Lippert unleashed a 74-yard bomb to senior Dylan Robinson, igniting Bonita’s offensive onslaught. Robinson, a University of Washington commit, finished with 206 receiving yards and two touchdowns, including another 75-yard score later in the game.

Adding to Bonita’s dominant performance was star senior linebacker and wide receiver, Noah Mikhail, a Texas A&M commit, who showcased his versatility on both sides of the ball. Mikhail contributed with a key 5-yard touchdown run in the third quarter topping off an 80-yard drive, extending Bonita’s lead and further crushing San Dimas’ hopes of a comeback. Mikhail’s impact on defense was equally significant, with his presence helping to stifle the Saints’ offense throughout the night. “He’s a leader on and off the field,” co-coach Bo Beatty said. “His ability to make plays in all phases of the game gives us a huge advantage.”

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