Football Recap: Atrisco Heritage Academy Skates Past Rio Grande with Ease

By Team Reports Sep 9, 2024, 3:30pm

Football Recap: Atrisco Heritage Academy Jaguars vs. Rio Grande Ravens

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Atrisco Heritage Academy's game last Saturday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They took their game on the road with ease, bagging a 61-7 win over the Rio Grande Ravens. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Jaguars as it put an end to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season.

Atrisco Heritage Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Landon Griego led the charge by throwing for 160 yards and three touchdowns while completing 85.7% of his passes, and also rushing for 35 yards. That's the most rushing yards Griego has posted since back in August of 2023. Alijah Lee was another key back, rushing for 102 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries.

Atrisco Heritage Academy's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged four passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Tatum Garcia, Jedidiah Montano, and Miguel Alderete picked up one apiece. Garcia 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. Elycio Roybal was another major factor on D, picking up 3.5 sacks and making nine total tackles (3.5 for loss).

Atrisco Heritage Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Rio Grande, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.

Atrisco Heritage Academy will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Albuquerque at 7:00 p.m. on September 20th. As for Rio Grande, they are taking a road trip to take on Miyamura at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.

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