College of the Canyons Secures First Season Victory
The Cougars dominated East Los Angeles College 62-24 to break a six-game losing streak.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Football
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College of the Canyons achieved its first win of the season, defeating East Los Angeles College by a final score of 62-24. The victory successfully ended the team's six-game losing streak that began the year.
Why it matters
This decisive win represents a critical momentum shift for the team as they look to finish their remaining three games of the season on a positive note. The performance highlights significant improvements in both offensive efficiency and defensive pressure.
Braden Luedeker completed 10 of 15 passes for 251 yards and four touchdowns. The defense anchored the win with five sacks, while Jaiden Dewesse paced the offense with 131 receiving yards.
The players
Braden Luedeker
He is a quarterback for College of the Canyons who led the offensive effort with four touchdown passes.
Jaiden Dewesse
He serves as a primary wide receiver for the team and recorded two touchdown receptions in the victory.
Elias Willis
He is a running back who contributed 98 rushing yards and a touchdown to the team's offensive production.
Rohan Green
He is a defensive player who helped secure the win by recording an interception during the game.
Teddy Knot
He is a defensive player who contributed to the secondary's success by recording an interception.
The details
The Cougars offense surged early by scoring 41 points during the first half of the game. In the second half, the team transitioned to a run-heavy approach to add 21 more points, while Rohan Green and Teddy Knot contributed key interceptions.
Timeline
The game took place on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
The team will face Antelope Valley College on October 24, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win alters the momentum for the remainder of the schedule, moving the team to a 1-6 record. It provides the team with a necessary foundation as they enter the final stretch of three games.
The Cougars now hold a 1-6 record with three games remaining on the schedule. The defensive unit's ability to record five sacks provides a key performance metric for fans evaluating the team's late-season improvements.
The takeaway
The team demonstrated versatility by balancing an explosive passing attack in the first half with a controlled rushing game later on. Maintaining this dual-threat execution will be vital for any potential success in their final three games.
What happens next
College of the Canyons plays against Antelope Valley College on October 24, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local teams, visit the Santa Clarita Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Santa Clarita Valley Signal.
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