Football Recap: Sierra Chieftains vs. Mariposa County Grizzlies
Friday just wasn't the day for Sierra's offense. They were dealt a 40-0 loss at the hands of the Mariposa County Grizzlies on Friday. The loss was a bit of a surprise, as the Chieftains came into the game with a sizable advantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked fourth, while the Grizzlies are ranked 987th).
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Mariposa County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Justin Araque Jr, who rushed for 64 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries.
Sierra is on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4. As for Mariposa County, the win snapped their losing streak at 13 games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-3 record.
Sierra will take on Tranquillity at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Sierra is facing Tranquillity at the right time seeing as Tranquillity is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Mariposa County, they will head out to take on Gustine at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. Mariposa County is no doubt hoping to put an end to a nine-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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