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West dominates Portsmouth with 42-0 shutout in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:47 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

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Summary

West delivered a commanding performance against Portsmouth, winning 42-0 on August 29 at Trojan Coliseum. The West defense was particularly impressive, allowing just 45 total yards and achieving five sacks. West scored decisively, with standout plays including a 34-yard touchdown run by Anthony Bishop and swift drives leading to multiple touchdowns. Portsmouth struggled to establish any rhythm, managing only three first downs throughout the game. Following the loss, Portsmouth's head coach Brandon Sammons acknowledged his team's need for improvement before their next match.

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By the Numbers

•West limits Portsmouth to 45 total yards on offense
•Anthony Bishop scores two touchdowns for West
•West records five sacks and 12 tackles for loss
•Portsmouth collects three first downs in the game
•Team penalties hinder Portsmouth's performance throughout

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6:47 PMYahoo Sports — West grounds, pounds way to 42-0 win over Portsmouth

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PORTSMOUTH — Stout defenses on the West Side haven't been uncommon over the past decade. In fact, two of West's most successful groups over the past 10 years — the 2017 group that went 10-2 as well as the 2022 squad that finished 11-2 — had great to elite defensive play across much of its top 11 players. If the start of the 2026 season is any indication, it appears that West fans, when the ...
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