Football Preview: Hesperia Scorpions vs. Alta Loma Braves
After starting their season with three straight games on the road, Hesperia is finally coming home. They will look to take advantage of their home-field as they take on the Alta Loma Braves at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hopefully Hesperia focused on turnovers this week as team gave up five on Thursday.
Hesperia is headed into the match having just suffered their biggest loss since September 29, 2023 on Thursday. They took a blow against Granite Hills, falling 41-14.
The loss doesn't tell the whole story though, as several players had good games. One of the most active was Zamar Malveaux, who rushed for 53 yards and a touchdown on only five carries. Michael Vital got in on the action as well, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Meanwhile, after soaring to 41 points the game before, Alta Loma was a bit more limited in their game on Friday. They fell 14-7 to Los Osos.
Hesperia now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Alta Loma, they now also have a losing record at 1-2.
Thursday's contest might be decided in the trenches. Hesperia has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 153.7 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Alta Loma struggles in that department as they've been averaging 162.3. It's looking like Thursday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Everything came up roses for Hesperia against Alta Loma in their previous matchup back in September of 2023 as the team secured a 47-0 victory. Does Hesperia have another victory up their sleeve, or will Alta Loma turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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