In a matchup that showcased offensive precision and defensive dominance, the Mission Viejo Diablos powered past the Edison Chargers 37–20 on Friday night. The win was fueled by quarterback Luke Fahey’s standout performance, as he delivered through the air and on the ground, connecting repeatedly with wide receiver Jack Junker and KJ Woodbury Jr. in a game that was largely controlled by the Diablos from start to finish.
The game began evenly, with both teams trading early possessions before Mission Viejo struck first. Running back Jack Junker broke through Edison’s defense for an 8-yard rushing touchdown midway through the first quarter, followed by a two-point conversion run from Davonte Curtis, giving the Diablos an early 8–0 lead. Edison answered back late in the quarter when quarterback Sam Thomson found Brennan Vares on a 13-yard touchdown pass, trimming the deficit to 8–6 after a failed two-point try.
However, Mission Viejo wasted no time reclaiming momentum. On the very next drive, Fahey connected on a deep pass to Woodbury Jr., setting himself up for a short 3-yard rushing touchdown. Kicker Caleb Sylvia added the extra point to extend the lead to 15–6 heading into the second quarter.Mission Viejo’s defense then began to impose its will. Linebacker Jovani “Jojo” Reed registered a key sack, and Ryder Brown came up with an interception to keep Edison on its heels. Though the Diablos couldn’t capitalize with a touchdown, Sylvia added a 30-yard field goal to make it 20–6 at halftime, following a safety that gave the Diablos an extra two points after a defensive stand pinned Edison deep in its own territory.
In the third quarter, Mission Viejo’s offense found another gear. Fahey consistently targeted Junker, who repeatedly burned Edison’s secondary. After Sylvia knocked through another field goal from 31 yards to make it 23–6, Fahey hit Junker for a 14-yard touchdown strike late in the quarter, pushing the lead to 30–6.
Edison tried to fight back in the fourth quarter as Thomson found Matthew Auau for a 9-yard touchdown to cut it to 30–13, but Mission Viejo responded immediately. Fahey once again connected with Junker, this time on a 24-yard touchdown to seal the game at 37–13. Edison added a late rushing touchdown in the final minute to bring the final score to 37–20, but by then, the Diablos had already put the game out of reach.
Mission Viejo’s balanced attack—highlighted by Fahey’s poise, Junker’s explosiveness, and a stifling defensive effort—showed why the Diablos remain one of the most complete teams in Southern California. Edison showed flashes of competitiveness but struggled to sustain drives against a fast, physical Diablo defense.With the victory, Mission Viejo continues its impressive season, while Edison will look to regroup as postseason play approaches.
Final Score: Mission Viejo 37, Edison 20
