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By Team Reports Sep 24, 2024, 1:45am

Football Preview: Rocky Ford Meloneers vs. Merino Rams

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After starting their season with three straight games on the road, Rocky Ford is finally coming home. They will be defending their home-fieldthey go up against the Merino Rams at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the matchup bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Having struggled with 11 losses in a row dating back to last season, Rocky Ford finally turned things around against Walsenburg on Friday. They secured a 24-20 W over the Panthers.

Rocky Ford's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Xavier Preciado, Jake Baca, and Baca picked up one apiece.

Meanwhile, Merino was fully in charge on Saturday, breezing past Lyons 54-12 at home.

Rocky Ford's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Merino, the win got them back to even at 2-2.

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