Football Recap: Valencia Jaguars vs. Albuquerque Academy Chargers
Valencia couldn't quite topple Albuquerque Academy on Saturday, but it was still a huge improvement compared to the 20-point loss they took when the two last played. The Valencia Jaguars simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Albuquerque Academy Chargers 42-13. For the Jaguars, this counts as revenge for the 28-8 victory the Chargers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in October of 2021.
Valencia was led to victory by Aidan Harrington and Michael Storms III. Harrington rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries, while Storms III rushed for 222 yards and two touchdowns. That's the most rushing yards Harrington has posted since back in August of 2023. Valencia also got help from Cade Ash, who showed off his sure hands for 122 receiving yards.
Valencia was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 330 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 186 rushing yards in seven consecutive matchups.
Valencia didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Ash and Dalton Muzzy. Muzzy is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least five every time he's taken the field this season.
Valencia's record now sits at 7-3. As for Albuquerque Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-7.
Valencia will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against Moriarty at 1:00 p.m. Moriarty will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each game than the last. Albuquerque Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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