Football Recap: Gilbert Tigers vs. McClintock Chargers
After soaring to 35 points the game before, Gilbert was a bit more limited in their matchup on Friday. They were beaten by the McClintock Chargers 47-7. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Tigers of the 34-7 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2023.
Despite the loss, Gilbert still got an impressive performance from Zach Thompson, who rushed for 114 yards and a touchdown.
McClintock had a senior duo take command as Jaxon Knutson threw for 313 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 13.0 yards per attempt and Amari Scroggins picked up 86 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Knutson is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in the last eight games he's played dating back to last season. Khalil Bender got in on the action as well, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Gilbert's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for McClintock, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 7-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gilbert will challenge Dobson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Gilbert is facing Dobson at the right time seeing as Dobson is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for McClintock, they will face off against Sunnyslope at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The timing is sure in McClintock's favor as the team sits on seven straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while Sunnyslope has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road.
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