Mikhaela Edwards is all smiles after catching a touchdown pass for Heritage. (Photo by Action Captures Media)
Persia Ponce ran for two touchdowns and passed for another as the Heritage High School flag football team defeated St. Bernard 26-6 Tuesday in the first round of the CIF-SS Division 6 playoffs.
Ponce carried the ball 13 times for 139 yards and 2 TDs. She also passed for 54 yards, including a touchdown pass to Mikhaela Edwards, who also made two interceptions on defense.
Kaliana Davis also ran for a touchdown.
The Patriots (12-9) will be at home again on Saturday to play Alhambra in the second round.
In another Division 6 game, Liberty defeated Shalhevet, 20-14. The Bison improved their record to 10-8 and will be at home again on Saturday against Rim of the World in the second round.
In a Division 4 game, Paloma Valley lost its playoff opener at Serrano, 12-6. The Wildcats finished their season with a 15-6 record.
Quarterback Persia Ponce runs with the football. (Photo by Action Captures Media)
Kaliana Davis runs for a touchdown for Heritage. (Photo by Action Captures Media)
Jaclyn Stephenson gains yardage for the Patriots. (Photo by Action Captures Media)
Brandi Henderson makes a return for the Patriots. (Photo by Action Captures Media)
Makyilah Cash pulls the flag on an opponent. (Photo by Action Captures Media)
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