In a thrilling upset on Friday night, the Victor Valley Jackrabbits defeated the Apple Valley Sun Devils 21-14 in the annual Bell Game, snapping a 14-year losing streak in the storied rivalry. Victor Valley, now 4-0 on the season, earned the win behind key touchdowns from Nikolas Blocker, Tyqwon Walker, and Jules Dupree. Despite entering the game as underdogs and facing an Apple Valley team that had historically dominated the matchup, the Jackrabbits held strong on both sides of the ball to secure the victory. Apple Valley, now 2-2, struggled to find offensive rhythm late in the game as Victor Valley’s defense produced critical stops. The win marks a historic moment for Victor Valley, reclaiming the Bell trophy for the first time since 2011 and igniting celebration among players and fans alike.

 

 

MVP

Tyqwon Walker
Victor Valley

SCHOLAR ATHLETES

Nathan Arceo

Apple Valley

Nathan is a dedicated team captain with a remarkable 4.6 GPA. He balances academic excellence with outstanding performance on the football field. Nathan’s leadership, both in the classroom and on the team, reflects his strong character and unwavering commitment to success. Beyond sports and academics, he is actively involved in his community, consistently striving to make a positive impact. Nathan plans to continue his football career at the collegiate level while pursuing a degree in engineering.
Nikolas Blocker

Victor Valley

Nikolas is a standout student-athlete who has earned a full-ride scholarship to UC Davis. A dynamic wide receiver and team captain for the Jackrabbits, he has also dominated on the track as a two-time Desert Sky League champion in both the 100 and 200 meters. Known for his speed and leadership, Nik plans to continue competing in both football and track at UC Davis.

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