Football Recap: Shadow Hills Knights vs. Patriot Warriors
Shadow Hills has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 16.4 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They won a matchup that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Patriot Warriors 34-33. The Knights' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Shadow Hills' victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Brandon Peffers, who picked up 145 receiving yards and two touchdowns. The team also got some help courtesy of Pedro Trujillo, who rushed for 56 yards and two touchdowns.
Shadow Hills wouldn't let Patriot keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Shadow Hills can thank Francisco Franco and Ernesto Parra for forcing both of them. Franco is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season. Noah Fajardo was another major factor on D, making 14 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
When it comes to explaining why Patriot lost, don't look at Josiah Felix. Despite the final result, he rushed for 219 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 8.4 yards per carry.
The win made it two in a row for Shadow Hills and bumps their season record up to 4-1. As for Patriot, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Shadow Hills will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Rancho Mirage at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. The last four games Rancho Mirage has played have been within three points, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. Patriot will also get a bit of a break before their next match: they'll face off against Norte Vista at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. Norte Vista will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Patriot surely won't give up without a fight.
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