Vasquez dropped to 8-2 on Friday, ending the team's seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They were dealt a 48-6 loss at the hands of the Desert Christian Academy Conquerors. The defensive woes were uncharacteristic for the Mustangs, who until this matchup were averaging 13.8 points allowed.
Despite the loss, Vasquez still got an impressive performance from Zack Van Ornum, who rushed for 151 yards and one touchdown on only 12 carries.
As for Desert Christian Academy, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 10-0. The wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 8.0 points on average this season.
Desert Christian Academy found their leader in freshman Mario Gallo, who threw for 229 yards and five TDs while completing 80% of his passes, and also rushed for 32 yards and one score. The Conquerors' leading receiver Nathdaniel Guerrero was Gallo's top target yet again, picking up 100 receiving yards and one touchdown, while also rushing for 48 yards.
Vasquez didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 27-20 defeat against Indian Springs on the 7th. As for Desert Christian Academy, they have also already played their next contest, a 26-24 loss against Arroyo Valley on the 7th.
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