Artesia faced Centennial in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Bulldogs took a 42-38 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hawks. The Bulldogs lost against the Hawks in their previous head to head back in September of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 70-39 score last time.
Artesia's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Derrick Warren, who threw for 323 yards and five touchdowns. 115 of those passing yards were hauled in by Jack Byers, who also brought in two receiving touchdowns.
Having lost for the first time this season, Artesia fell to 2-1. As for Centennial, they now also have a winning record of 2-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Artesia will venture away from home to challenge Deming at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The match will give the Bulldogs their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Centennial, they will head out on the road to square off against Rio Rancho at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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