I've always found it puzzling for all of Clovis West's athletic success -- an unrivaled 148 Central Section titles in 26 years -- how weakly the school travels regarding its fans.

In the first quarter here at Sunnyside High, the Golden Eagles appear to be outdrawn 3-to-1 by Edison faithful in the section's game of the week.

Tigers fans have stuffed the stadium's north bleachers, they're standing all the way to the concession stand and now they're helping fill two sections on Clovis West's south side. Late in the first quarter, the ticket line is about 100 yards long outside the facility -- and most are wearing Edison black and gold.

One problem: The Tigers trail 14-0.