After flying high against Helix last Friday, Mount Miguel came back down to earth. The Matadors took a 29-16 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Granite Hills Eagles on Friday. The Matadors haven't had much luck with the Eagles recently, as the team has come up short the last four times they've met.
When it comes to explaining why Mount Miguel lost, don't look at Jeremiah Loper. Despite the final result, he rushed for 39 yards and one touchdown, and also threw for 148 yards and one TD.
It was another big night for Zachary Benitez, who threw for 296 yards and a pair of touchdowns for Granite Hills.
Mount Miguel's defeat dropped their record down to 5-3. As for Granite Hills, the victory snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-3 record.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mount Miguel will welcome Steele Canyon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Cougars' defense has only allowed nine points per game this season, so the Matadors' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Granite Hills, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Helix at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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