Football Recap: Crownpoint Falls to Pojoaque Valley in First Game of Season

By Team Reports Sep 3, 2024, 2:12pm

Football Recap: Crownpoint Eagles vs. Pojoaque Valley Elks/Elkettes

Crownpoint had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were dealt a 53-0 loss at the hands of the Pojoaque Valley Elks/Elkettes.

Lavontae Robinson threw for 34 yards on five of 16 attempts. Jaycee Beyale was his top target, picking up 29 receiving yards.

Pojoaque Valley's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jonah Villegas, who rushed for 124 yards and two touchdowns on only five carries. Villegas' longest rush was for an impressive 50 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Another passer making a difference was D'Marcus D'Marcus Rodriguez, who rushed for 101 yards and two touchdowns.

Crownpoint will be playing in front of their home fans against Montezuma-Cortez at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pojoaque Valley, they will venture away from home to challenge Hot Springs at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.

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