Savanna has been away from home for two games now, but on Friday they'll finally make their return. They will host the Pioneer Titans at 6:30 p.m.
Last Friday, Savanna took a blow against Anaheim, falling 53-18. The Rebels have struggled against the Colonists recently, as their game on Friday was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Fabrissio Ramirez, who picked up 144 receiving yards and two touchdowns. He got the majority of those receiving yards when he pulled down a pass and took off for a gain of 79 yards. Nate Eich was another key signal caller, throwing for 263 yards and two touchdowns while completing 73.3% of his passes.
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Pioneer). They took their match at home on Thursday with ease, bagging a 55-0 win over Bassett. The Titans might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three games by 36 points or more this season.
Pioneer had a senior duo take command as Amiri Resendiz threw for 88 yards and three touchdowns on perfect 6-for-6 passing and Adrian Lopez rushed for 108 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries. Those 108 rushing yards set a new season-high mark for Lopez. Pioneer also got a significant boost from Damian Salguero, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 87 yards.
Savanna's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Pioneer, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Savanna has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 190.2 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Pioneer struggles in that department as they've been averaging 161. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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