Basic's game two weeks ago was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They claimed a resounding 55-21 win over the Linfield Christian Lions. The final result isn't all that surprising considering the Wolves' considerable advantage in MaxPreps' football rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 19th in Nevada, while the Lions are ranked 608th in California).
Basic was led to victory by Jayveon Rose and Adrian Ramos. Rose threw for 208 yards and a pair of TDs while completing 75% of his passes, while Ramos rushed for 85 yards and three touchdowns on only seven carries. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 60 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Jacori Turner, who rushed for 60 yards and one score on only six carries.
Basic didn't let much get past them through the air: they limited Linfield Christian to a completion percentage of just 44.4%. That dominant aerial defense primarily came from four players: Louden Cahill, Malik McLaurin, Madden Spielberg, and Terrion Foster, who each logged one passes deflected. Given Rose's standout performance, it's clear Linfield Christian's secondary just wasn't on the same level.
Basic now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Linfield Christian, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Coming up, Basic will look to defend their home field on Friday against Palo Verde at 7:00 p.m. As for Linfield Christian, they will hit the road for the first time this season to square off against Tahquitz at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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