Valley Christian played without two of its top offensive players — junior running back Gianni Hurd and wide receiver Quory Smith, who were held out due to academic issues. Hurd had rushed for a team-leading 1,940 yards and 29 touchdowns. Smith was the Crusaders' leading pass catcher with 30 receptions for 402 yards and four touchdown..."
http://www.presstelegram.com/sports/20161210/valley-christian-football-falls-in-cif-state-regional
