Phoenix Christian got themselves on the board against Glendale Prep Academy on Thursday, but Glendale Prep Academy never followed suit. They claimed a resounding 55-0 victory over the Glendale Prep Academy Griffins at home. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Cougars.
Phoenix Christian's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Z'Yeon Rondan, who rushed for 87 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. Rondan also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble, making three total tackles, and defending a pass in addition to snagging an interception. Kevin Palafox was another key rusher, rushing for 97 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Phoenix Christian was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 366 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2023.
Phoenix Christian wouldn't let Glendale Prep Academy keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Phoenix Christian can thank Rondan and Luke Hocking for forcing both of them.
Phoenix Christian's win bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Glendale Prep Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Phoenix Christian's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Highland Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both have allowed few points on average, (Highland Prep: 18, Phoenix Christian: 15) so any points scored will be well earned. As for Glendale Prep Academy, they will venture away from home to take on Mountainside at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mountainside will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each matchup than the last.
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