Football Recap: McNeil Takes a Loss

By Team Reports Oct 13, 2024, 11:48am

Football Recap: McNeil Mavericks vs. Vista Ridge Rangers

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McNeil was the 7-6 winner over Vista Ridge when they last played one another back in September of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The McNeil Mavericks lost 30-8 to the Vista Ridge Rangers on Friday. The Mavericks have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

When it comes to explaining why McNeil lost, don't look at Jarell Gary Jr. Despite the final result, he picked up 125 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Vista Ridge to victory, but perhaps none more so than JD Jackson, who rushed for 87 yards and a touchdown. Kaden Arnot was another key player, throwing for 221 yards and two touchdowns.

McNeil's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Vista Ridge, the victory got them back to even at 3-3.

Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Cedar Ridge the next time they take the field. Vista Ridge will head out to face Cedar Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, while McNeil will host them at 7:00 p.m. on October 25th.

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