Football Recap: Empire Ravens vs. Pueblo Warriors
Empire's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They took down the Pueblo Warriors 37-20. The Ravens' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Ngonkra Fuangunyi continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, rushing for 157 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.7 yards per carry, and also catching a touchdown. He showed off some serious burst, turning on the afterburners on one carry for 67 yards. Another player making a difference was Brycen Duncan, who threw for 186 yards and two touchdowns.
Empire's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged four passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Adam Armstrong and Julian Santacruz. Kienan Parker was another major factor on D, forcing a fumble and making seven total tackles.
Empire's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Pueblo, their defeat was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-2.
Empire will head out to face off against Douglas at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Empire is facing Douglas at the right time seeing as Douglas is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Pueblo, they will square off against Buena at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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