Football Preview: Maryvale Prep Matador vs. Bagdad Sultans
The Maryvale Prep Matador's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on the Bagdad Sultans at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Two weeks ago, Maryvale Prep was beaten by Desert Christian 58-12.
Meanwhile, Bagdad faced Desert Heights Prep in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Bagdad blew past Desert Heights Prep 46-0 on the road. Considering the Sultans have won three contests by more than 33 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
It was another big night for Thomas Rodriguez, who rushed for 173 yards and two touchdowns on only six carries, and also picked up 43 receiving yards and a touchdown. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 79-yard run. Ezrah Aguilar was another key player, rushing for 81 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Bagdad was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 338 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Bagdad's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged five passes before it was all said and done. Carson Wood led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season.
Maryvale Prep's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Bagdad, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-1.
Maryvale Prep took a serious blow against Bagdad in their previous matchup back in August of 2023, falling 60-0. Will Maryvale Prep have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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