Chabot College’s Gladiators football team dominated the Merced Bulldogs 61-19 on September 29, 2026, completing their nonconference schedule with a 3-2 record. The victory came in Chabot’s first night game of the season under second-year head coach Brett McMurray, played at Merced.
True freshman running back Monty Turner led the ground attack with 228 yards on 20 carries and a touchdown. Freshman receiver Joe Tarin caught three passes for 123 yards, scoring three touchdowns. Matthew Forbes added 95 rushing yards and a touchdown, while receiver Sefa Stephens contributed three receptions for 63 yards.
The Gladiators offense produced 625 total yards, including 386 rushing yards, while controlling possession for 62 minutes and 18 seconds against Merced’s 13 minutes and 54 seconds. Chabot’s balanced offense outpaced Merced, which had 190 passing yards and 73 rushing yards. Both teams committed turnovers, with Chabot losing possession twice and Merced once.
Coach McMurray praised the team’s performance and growth, focusing on their developing culture, unity, and technical soundness. He highlighted Turner and Tarin as standout freshmen, noting their contributions and potential. Looking ahead, Chabot will begin conference play against Delta at 1 p.m. on October 10, 2026, at Mt. Eden High School.
CSB Take
The lopsided victory in the Gladiators’ first night game of the season showcases their offensive versatility and growing team cohesion under Coach McMurray. The emergence of true freshmen Monty Turner and Joe Tarin as key playmakers bodes well for the program’s future. Maintaining team culture and continued development will be essential as Chabot prepares to enter conference play with momentum and confidence.
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