After low-scoring totals in their previous four contests, Desert Ridge brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They claimed a resounding 49-6 victory over the Tolleson Wolverines on the road. The win was some much needed relief for the Jaguars as it spelled an end to their eight-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Michael Alvarado had a dynamite game for Desert Ridge, picking up 76 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 47 yards. Desert Ridge also got help from Boimah Sonie, who showed off his sure hands for 101 receiving yards.
On the other side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Desert Ridge's defense and their four sacks. In that department, Leonidas To'Oto'O was the leader with two. Desert Ridge got some further help from Zander Fuentes: he made 13 total tackles (1.0 for loss) and snagged an interception.
Desert Ridge's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Tolleson, they dropped their record down to 1-6 with the loss, which was their fourth straight at home.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Desert Ridge will face off against Westwood at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Tolleson, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Mountain View at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mountain View is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 50.7 points per game this season.
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