Monarch's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They strolled past the Centaurus Warriors with points to spare, taking the game 35-19. Monarch's win was all the more impressive since the Warriors were averaging only 14 points allowed on the season.
It was another big night for Riley Montemayor, who rushed for 32 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 150 yards and two touchdowns. Malakhi Payne handled things on the ground, rushing for 84 yards.
Monarch's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged four passes before it was all said and done. Archie Jahn led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself. With that strong performance, Sawyer Haley is now averaging an impressive 6 total tackles per game.
Monarch's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Centaurus, their loss was their first of the season and also makes their record 3-1.
Monarch will take on Fairview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Fairview will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Monarch surely won't give up without a fight. As for Centaurus, they will face off against Mountain Range at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Centaurus focused on turnovers this week as team gave up four on Friday.
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