Despite a strong season so far, University has seen their luck take a bit of a downturn recently. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 21-20 heartbreaker at the hands of the Fairfax Lions. The Wildcats lost against the Lions in their previous head to head back in November of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 34-12 score last time.
University's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was William Biddle, who picked up 37 receiving yards and one TD, and also rushed for 74 yards on only nine carries. Another signal caller making a difference was Jeremy Pacheco, who threw for 101 yards and three touchdowns.
Matthew Gonzalez was his usual excellent self, throwing for 154 yards and three TDs on only nine passes, while also rushing for 65 yards on only nine carries for Fairfax. That's the most rushing yards Gonzalez has posted since back in August. Isaac Andrews was another key player, gaining 102 total yards and a touchdown.
University's defeat dropped their record down to 6-3. As for Fairfax, with the victory, they broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-7.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. University will square off against rival Westchester at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Fairfax is set to challenge their familiar foe Palisades at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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