Desert scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They took a 35-23 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Silver Valley Trojans. The Scorpions lost against the Trojans in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 68-0 score last time.
Silver Valley found their leader in underclassman Marek Allen, who rushed for 52 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 76 receiving yards. Allen also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making two total tackles and defending two passes.
Desert's defeat was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Silver Valley, the victory snapped their losing streak at five games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-4 record.
Desert will look to defend their home field on Friday against Kern Valley at 7:00 p.m. As for Silver Valley, they and Temecula Prep are set to duel on Friday. Temecula Prep's defense has only allowed six points per game this season, so Silver Valley's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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