Football Recap: Grandview Falls Despite Strong Effort from Caleb Llamas

By Team Reports Sep 19, 2024, 4:15am

Football Recap: Grandview Wolves vs. Legacy Lightning

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Grandview was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell 34-27 to the Legacy Lightning. Despite 115 more yards than the Lightning, the Wolves couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.

When it comes to explaining why Grandview lost, don't look at Caleb Llamas. Despite the final result, he rushed for 121 yards and a touchdown on only 12 carries. Blitz McCarty was in the mix too, providing Grandview with two touchdowns.

Grandview's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Jericho Andrews.

Legacy got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Tyler Anderson out in front who rushed for 26 yards and two touchdowns, and also caught a touchdown. Peyton Studebaker was another key player, picking up 123 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Grandview's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Legacy, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Grandview will head out to challenge Rock Canyon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Legacy, they are taking a road trip to take on Broomfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Broomfield will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Legacy surely won't give up without a fight.

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