SOUTHERN SECTION FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
South Hills 19, La Habra 14--The Huskies had four interceptions in the second half and came from behind to win their first title in 20 years in the Division IX championship at Covina District Field.
South Hills (13-1) trailed, 14-13, at the half, but intercepted passes from La Habra quarterback Mike Keeling on two of the Highlanders’ first three drives of the second half.
South Hills didn’t capitalize on the first turnover, but it did on the second, taking over at the Highlander 36 after a diving interception by defensive back Jason Murray. Four plays later, Murray scored on diving 12-yard reception for a 19-14 lead.
La Habra (12-2), which was playing in its first title game in 17 years, had two long touchdowns called back on the ensuing drive because of penalties. South Hills then killed the Highlanders’ final two drives with interceptions.
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