Coachella Valley gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They took their contest at home with ease, bagging a 27-0 win over the Xavier Prep Saints. That's more bragging rights for the Mighty Arabs, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Aaron Ramirez was a one-man wrecking crew for Coachella Valley as he rushed for 155 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.6 yards per carry. Derek Calderon was another key player, throwing for 139 yards and a touchdown.
Coachella Valley was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 208 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 171 rushing yards in four consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Coachella Valley will head out to square off against Rancho Mirage at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Xavier Prep, they will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against La Salle at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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