Westwood had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 0-3 to make it six. They were outmatched by the Xavier College Prep Gators and fell 70-0. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona flag football rankings (they are ranked 95th, while the Gators are ranked 19th).
As for Xavier College Prep, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Xavier College Prep to victory, but perhaps none more so than Ana Matuz, who threw for 289 yards and ten touchdowns while picking up 12.0 yards per attempt. Matuz is crushing it when it comes to passing touchdowns: she's passed for at least three every time she's taken the field this season. Xavier College Prep's leading receiver Evie Maas was Matuz's top target yet again, picking up 173 receiving yards and four TDs.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Westwood will welcome Queen Creek at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bulldogs' defense has only allowed 1.5 points per game this season, so the Warriors' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Xavier College Prep, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against St. Mary's at 7:00 p.m.
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