Football Preview: Rio Grande Ravens vs. Atrisco Heritage Academy Jaguars
Rio Grande hasn't had much luck against Atrisco Heritage Academy recently, but that could start to change on Saturday. The Rio Grande Ravens will be defending their home-field for the first timethey go up against the Atrisco Heritage Academy Jaguars at 4:00 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Rio Grande is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after opening their season on the road. They were beaten by Manzano 56-6 on Friday.
Meanwhile, Atrisco Heritage Academy faced Centennial in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Saturday. Atrisco Heritage Academy took a blow against Centennial, falling 54-27. The Jaguars just can't catch a break and have now endured five losses in a row dating back to last season.
Despite the defeat, Atrisco Heritage Academy had strong showings from Josiah Lopez, who gained 90 total yards and two touchdowns, and Tommy Gallegos, who threw for 184 yards and three touchdowns. Lopez got the majority of those yards when he pulled down a pass and and took off for a gain of51 yards.
Rio Grande was taken down by Atrisco Heritage Academy 50-2 in their previous matchup back in August of 2023. Thankfully for Rio Grande, Andres Villalobos (who rushed for 78 yards and two touchdowns on only five carries) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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