Santa Monica College Football Kicker Earns Honors
Jack Malloy receives Athlete of the Week recognition following a standout performance in the team's latest victory.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Football
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Santa Monica College secured a 51-18 victory against West Los Angeles College, bolstered by a significant contribution from kicker Jack Malloy. Malloy tallied 15 points and was named Athlete of the Week for the period ending October 27, 2026.
Why it matters
The recognition highlights the impact of specialized player performances on team success as Santa Monica College moves to a 7-2 record for the current season.
Jack Malloy successfully converted nine of nine kicking attempts, including field goals of 30, 35, and 38 yards. He also accumulated 496 total kickoff yards across 10 attempts.
The players
Jack Malloy
He is a kicker for the Santa Monica College football team who maintains a 7-2 season record.
Santa Monica College
The institution hosts a collegiate football program that currently holds a 7-2 record for the season.
West Los Angeles College
This educational institution fields a competitive collegiate football team that recently played against Santa Monica College.
The details
Malloy contributed three field goals and six extra points to help solidify the win. His season performance now stands at 30 extra points made on 34 attempts and nine field goals made on 13 attempts.
Timeline
September 26, 2026: Jack Malloy went 5-for-5 on extra points and 2-for-2 on field goals.
October 24, 2026: Santa Monica College defeated Compton College 56-16.
October 24, 2026: Jack Malloy went 8-for-8 on extra points during the win against Compton College.
October 27, 2026: Conclusion of the Athlete of the Week recognition period.
Season Trajectory
The victory against West Los Angeles College continues a strong season for Santa Monica College, which now maintains a 7-2 record. This win reinforces the program's competitive standing as the team continues to build momentum in the latter half of its schedule.
Malloy’s perfect conversion rate in this game highlights his reliability, bringing his season field goal total to nine makes on 13 attempts. This accuracy remains a primary factor in the team's ability to maintain a 7-2 record as they head toward the end of their current season.
The takeaway
Consistent performance in special teams play often dictates the outcome of tight collegiate matchups. Readers can monitor how individual scoring contributions impact overall team standings throughout the remainder of the season.
Further reading
For more on local collegiate competition, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Palisadian-Post.
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