San Marcos Academy's game last Saturday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They breezed by the Hill Country Christian Rams at home to the tune of 67-18. The contest was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 40-18.
A big part of the victory came down to the chemistry between Major Howard and his top target Daniel Yates. Howard threw for 169 yards and four touchdowns while completing 80% of his passes while Yates gained 98 total yards and three touchdowns. Yates didn't just play on offense: he also made four total tackles and defended a pass. Another player making a difference was David Followell, who picked up 83 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
San Marcos Academy wouldn't let Hill Country Christian keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Jaxson Shoemaker led the way and forced a all by he.
Loss or not, Hill Country Christian got some senior leadership from Jonas West and Gus Stephens. West rushed for 100 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries, while Stephens. gained 180 total yards and two touchdowns. West's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 100 rushing yards dating back to last season.
San Marcos Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Hill Country Christian, their defeat ended a six-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 2-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. San Marcos Academy will head out to challenge Saint Mary's Hall at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Hill Country Christian, their road trip will continue as they head out to face The Christian School at Castle Hills at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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