Desert Mirage scored the most points they've had all season on Thursday, but it wasn't enough. They lost to the Miller Rebels at home by a 39-22 margin.
When it comes to explaining why Desert Mirage lost, don't look at Omar Martinez. Despite the final result, he rushed for 100 yards on only nine carries. Martinez got the majority of those rushing yards when he took off on a run that went for an incredible 55 yards.
Even though they lost, Desert Mirage was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 226 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 226 rushing yards in six consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Desert Mirage's loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-3. As for Miller, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-2.
Desert Mirage will welcome Twentynine Palms at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Desert Mirage will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each game than the last. As for Miller, they will take on San Bernardino at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. San Bernardino's defense has only allowed 10.5 points per game this season, so Miller's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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