Football Recap: Laguna Acoma Hawks vs. Newcomb Skyhawks
Laguna Acoma won the last time they faced Newcomb, and things went their way on Friday too. The Laguna Acoma Hawks enjoyed a cozy 30-14 win over the Newcomb Skyhawks. The victory was some much needed relief for the Hawks as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
It was another big night for Derek Victorino Jr., who rushed for 89 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries. He also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble, making ten total tackles, and defending a pass. Ekahi Tiller was in the mix too, providing Laguna Acoma with a touchdown.
Laguna Acoma was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 204 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 190 rushing yards in six consecutive contests.
Laguna Acoma's win bumped their record up to 3-4. As for Newcomb, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Laguna Acoma will host Hozho Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Laguna Acoma is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 35 points per game this season. As for Newcomb, they have the luxury of staying home for another week and will welcome Cuba at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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