Canyon Springs Cougars Roar Past Fallbrook, Prove They’re Built Different

The lights of Friday night set the stage for a statement, and the Canyon Springs Cougars delivered it in emphatic fashion. Traveling into Fallbrook, the Cougars dismantled the Warriors 35–14, improving to 2–0 and letting the Inland Empire know they’re no longer underdogs — they’re the standard.

From the opening snap, Canyon Springs played with swagger, intensity, and balance. The Cougars dominated both sides of the football, mixing explosive plays with relentless defense. Andre Larry was unstoppable, rushing for 140 bruising yards and a pair of touchdowns. His vision and burst shredded Fallbrook’s front, as he averaged an eye-popping 7.4 yards per carry. Every time Larry touched the ball, the Warriors looked one step too slow.

But Larry wasn’t alone in writing this story. Quarterback Angel Robles turned in a stellar performance of his own, throwing for 113 yards and three touchdowns. He commanded the huddle with poise, spreading the ball around and hitting receivers in stride. Robles’ confidence kept the Cougar offense versatile, forcing Fallbrook to pick their poison — stack the box to slow Larry, or risk getting picked apart through the air. Neither worked.

Canyon Springs’ offense looked polished, powerful, and prepared for bigger challenges ahead. But the dominance didn’t stop there — because when the Cougars’ defense took the field, the tone only grew louder.

Fallbrook came in with a game plan, but Canyon Springs’ defense shredded it. The Warriors were smothered, completing just 31.8% of their passes. Every time they dropped back, pressure was in their quarterback’s face. The Cougar front seven lived in the backfield, collapsing the pocket and forcing rushed throws that had no chance.

The heart of that defensive effort was Jaxon Taylor. His motor never stopped — plugging gaps, sealing edges, and laying hits that sent a message. Taylor became the emotional spark, flying sideline to sideline and showing why he’s a name to circle for the rest of the season.

Fallbrook did flash with Grant Hall, who broke loose for 97 rushing yards on only 11 carries, and Harrison Jones, who punched in a short-yardage touchdown. But those highlights were just that — flashes. Canyon Springs dictated tempo, forced mistakes, and made sure Fallbrook’s bright spots never turned into momentum.

This was Cougar football at its finest: fast, physical, and flat-out fearless.

Canyon Springs is starting to look like the complete package. They’ve got a ground game that punishes, a quarterback who delivers in the red zone, and a defense that thrives under pressure. This win pushed them to a perfect 2–0 record, but more than that, it set the tone for the season. Teams now know when Canyon Springs shows up, they’re bringing swagger and physicality that doesn’t wear down — it wears you out. This was more than a road win; it was a declaration that the Cougars are built for a playoff run.

Looking ahead, the Cougars return home to host Workman on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. With confidence soaring, they’ll aim for a third straight victory to keep momentum rolling. For Fallbrook (1–1), the road doesn’t get easier, as they’ll travel to face Valley Center at 7:00 p.m. Friday. But in this moment, Canyon Springs owns the spotlight. Behind stars like Larry, Robles, and Taylor, the Cougars aren’t just winning — they’re redefining expectations. This program is built different, and the Valley better take notice.