Football Recap: Escalon Cougars vs. Ripon Christian Knights
After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Woodland Christian, Escalon was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 43-20 margin over the Ripon Christian Knights. The Cougars' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Leading Escalon to victory were Carson Medina and Logan Huebner. Medina gained 89 total yards and three touchdowns, while Huebner threw for 97 yards and three touchdowns. Huebner has become a key player for Escalon: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least three passing touchdowns, but 1-4 otherwise. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Ben Gonzalez, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
When it comes to explaining why Ripon Christian lost, don't look at Amos Cady. Despite the final result, he picked up 61 receiving yards, and also rushed for 54 yards.
Escalon's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-5. As for Ripon Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 4-4.
Escalon has already played their next game, a 23-14 win against Ripon on the 25th. As for Ripon Christian, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next match, a 21-17 defeat against Orestimba on the 25th.
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