KENT, WA - The San Diego Rebellion made a powerful statement Saturday night with a 44-3 triumph over the Seattle Majestics in a display of rushing prowess and defensive domination at French Field.
After falling behind 3-0 on Jocelyn Charette's 31-yard field goal late in the first quarter, the Rebellion (2-0) responded with 44 unanswered points. San Diego's ground game proved unstoppable, producing four rushing touchdowns from four different ball carriers while amassing 238 rushing yards on just 26 carries (9.2 average).
The WNFC's leader in rushing yards heading into Week 3, Regina Escoto ignited the offensive explosion with a 39-yard touchdown scamper early in the second quarter, finishing with 79 yards on just 7 carries (11.3 avg). Kesz Wesley matched that production with 79 yards and two touchdowns (1-yard, 40-yard) on 7 carries to extend the margin to 21-3, showcasing the Rebellion's dominant offensive line play.
The defensive highlight came early in the fourth quarter when linebacker Katie Claxton intercepted a Seattle pass and returned it 47 yards for a touchdown, pushing the lead to 30-3 and effectively sealing the game. Claxton finished with 9 tackles (3 for loss), a forced fumble, and the pick-six in a standout defensive performance. Linebacker Brittani Lusain led all defenders with 12 tackles.
Quarterback Danielle Trainor was efficient when needed, completing 4-of-9 passes for 18 yards while adding 51 yards and a touchdown on 10 carries. Backup QB Alia Karmali capped the scoring with a 28-yard touchdown run in her only carry of the game.
Seattle's offense struggled throughout, with quarterback Alexis Catton completing just 4-of-9 passes for 13 yards with an interception. Former Rebellion RB Adriana Gutierrez provided the lone bright spot for the Majestics with 95 yards on 21 carries (4.5 avg).
Next week the Rebellion returns home to host the Los Angeles Legends as they continue their run for a top seed in the Western Conference Playoffs.
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