Rio Hondo put their dominant defense on display in the team's fourth consecutive shutout on Thursday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Progreso Red Ants 76-0. That looming 76-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Bobcats yet this season.
Rio Hondo was led to victory by Mario Lopez and Ruben Atkinson. Lopez rushed for 94 yards and three touchdowns on only eight carries, while Atkinson threw for 81 yards and two touchdowns.
Rio Hondo wouldn't let Progreso keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Rio Hondo can thank Matthew Sanchez and Antonio Rodriguez for forcing both of them.
Rio Hondo's victory bumped their record up to 8-2. As for Progreso, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-9.
Rio Hondo will take on London at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Rio Hondo's defense has only allowed 13.9 points per game this season, so London's offense will have their work cut out for them. Progreso does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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