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Bakersfield High tops Clovis West; Garces' Gomez sets school record with 7 TDs

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Bakersfield High tops Clovis West; Garces' Gomez sets school record with 7 TDs

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Bakersfield High football secured a comprehensive 46-14 victory over Clovis West on September 11. The Drillers, now 3-0, showcased strong performances from players like quarterback Elon Mackey and running backs Damariae Lee and Damir Lomax. Meanwhile, Garces achieved a 49-13 win against San Joaquin Memorial, with quarterback Mark Gomez throwing for six touchdowns and rushing for one more, marking a single-game school record. Bakersfield coach Cody Stone emphasized team execution and readiness for upcoming matches, as the Drillers prepare for Tulare Union this Friday.

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•Bakersfield High is now 3-0 after defeating Clovis West.
•Garces quarterback Mark Gomez records 7 total touchdowns against San Joaquin Memorial.
•Bakersfield High and Garces both aim to build on their momentum in upcoming games.
•Next for Bakersfield High is a game against Tulare Union on September 18.
•Gomez’s performance sets a new school record for Garces.

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1:01 AMYahoo Sports — Drillers deliver in rout of Clovis West; Garces' Gomez accounts for 7 TDs

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Bakersfield High football coach Cody Stone calls it the “relief syndrome.” It's the feeling one has by passing a tough test on the field. Stone, as he’s stated each week after a Drillers' victory, doesn’t believe in that kind of thinking. So it’s no surprise that BHS’ 46-14 victory over Clovis West last Friday continued that approach. But scoring 46 points against a top five team in the CIF ...
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Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 1:01 AM
Drillers deliver in rout of Clovis West; Garces' Gomez accounts for 7 TDs
Bakersfield High football coach Cody Stone calls it the “relief syndrome.” It's the feeling one has by passing a tough test on the field. Stone, as he’s stated each week after a Drillers' victory, doesn’t believe in that kind of thinking. So it’s no surprise that BHS’ 46-14 victory over Clovis West last Friday continued that approach. But scoring 46 points against a top five team in the CIF ...

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