Football Recap: Sahuaro Find Success + How To Watch

Sahuaro's game on Friday was all tied up 0-0 at the half, but luckily for them it didn't stay that way. They managed a 14-10 victory over the Sahuarita Mustangs. The Cougars haven't had any issues with the Mustangs recently, as the game was their third consecutive win against them.

Sahuaro found their leader in freshman Lekie Sika, who rushed for 62 yards and a pair of touchdowns.

Sahuaro's run defense was locked in: Sahuarita could only muster 2.3 yards per carry. The team can thank Jayvion Gilbert - Rojas for the heroic effort on defense: he. Sahuaro's ground attack was stronger, having averaged 5.3.

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Previous 3 Games

09/19/25 - Away	14-10 W
10/28/22 - Home	52-0 W
08/20/15 - Away	21-18 W

Sahuaro's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Sahuarita, their loss dropped their record down to 1-3.

Looking ahead, Sahuaro will face off against Sabino at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars will need to watch out since the Sabercats have now posted at least 31 points in their last three contests. As for Sahuarita, they will square off against Mica Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Thunderbolts' defense has only allowed 12.5 points per game this season, so the Mustangs' offense will have their work cut out for them.