Campo Verde proved they can win big on October 3rd (they won by 45) but on Friday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged the Sunnyslope Vikings out 23-20. For the Coyotes, this counts as revenge for the 31-21 loss the Vikings walked away with the last time they faced one another back in October of 2023.
Campo Verde's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Karsten Lee led the charge by rushing for 58 yards and a touchdown, while also throwing for 30 yards and a touchdown.
Campo Verde wouldn't let Sunnyslope keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Christopher Hernandez, Jack Crossley, and Peytyn Weimer picked up one apiece. Crossley also set a new season high mark in total tackles with six.
When it comes to explaining why Sunnyslope lost, don't look at Mack Kump. Despite the final result, he picked up 187 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Campo Verde now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Sunnyslope, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Campo Verde will venture away from home to face off against Skyline at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Campo Verde is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. As for Sunnyslope, they will square off against McClintock at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in McClintock's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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