Football jumps to No. 6 in 3C2A Poll after big win at Redwoods
September 13, 2025

Football jumps to No. 6 in 3C2A Poll after big win at Redwoods

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Diablo Valley 54, Redwoods 28

The Diablo Valley Vikings stayed undefeated on the season (3-0) with an explosive 54–28 road victory over the College of the Redwoods on Saturday afternoon in Arcata.

Redwoods struck first with a short touchdown run to go up 7–0 early. The Vikings quickly responded as Kalani McLeod connected with Jake Calcagno for a 7-yard score to even things up at 7–7.

The Corsairs briefly regained the lead with a 3-yard rushing touchdown, but McLeod's deep strike to Martis Ferguson (57 yards) tied the game again. Diablo Valley then seized momentum: McLeod found Khai Taylor from 10 yards out, and QB Jayden Macedo tossed a 17-yard touchdown to Ferrari Miller, pushing the Vikings ahead 28–14. Redwoods closed the half with a late touchdown, narrowing the score to 28–21.

The Vikings took control after halftime. McLeod continued his precise passing, hitting Taylor for another touchdown and later finding Jurrion Dickey on a 24-yard strike. Though a missed PAT and failed two-point conversion kept the score manageable, Diablo Valley's offense was relentless.

Macedo added to the attack in the fourth quarter with a 25-yard touchdown to Calcagno and a 21-yard scoring toss to Amani Elfadil. Redwoods managed one touchdown in the final frame, but the Vikings' balance and efficiency proved too much.

Stat Leaders

  • Quarterbacks:

    • McLeod: 22-of-24, 264 yards, 5 TDs

    • Macedo: 10-of-10, 121 yards, 3 TDs

    • Fucik: 2-of-2, 23 yards

  • Receiving:

    • Jurrion Dickey – 7 catches, 123 yards, 1 TD

    • Calcagno – 4 catches, 42 yards, 2 TDs

    • Taylor – 4 catches, 40 yards, 2 TDs

    • Ferguson – 1 catch, 57-yard TD

  • Defense:

    • The Vikings defense snagged three interceptions, highlighted by Journey McKoy's 50-yard return and Santino Acevedo's 23-yard return.

    • Diablo Valley held Redwoods scoreless in the third quarter to break the game open.

By the Numbers

  • Total Offense: Diablo Valley 510 yards | Redwoods 315 yards

  • Passing Yards: DVC 408 | Redwoods 189

  • Third Downs: DVC 73% (8/11) | Redwoods 53% (9/17)

  • Turnovers: DVC forced 3 INTs

The Vikings showcased their depth at quarterback and a dynamic receiving corps, overwhelming Redwoods with a near-flawless passing attack (34-for-36 combined). With the win, Diablo Valley improves to 3-0, and jumping to No. 6 in the 3C2A Poll.