Saugus's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 27-24 victory over the Canyon Cowboys. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Centurions as it put an end to their four-game losing streak.
Matt Long had a dynamite game for Saugus, rushing for 123 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. Long also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making eight total tackles and defending a pass. Another player making a difference was Obinna Okere, who rushed for 72 yards and a touchdown.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Saugus was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 206 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Saugus' victory ended an eight-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-4. As for Canyon, they dropped their record down to 3-3 with the defeat, which was their third straight on the road.
Saugus will venture away from home to face off against West Ranch at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Canyon, they will welcome Valencia at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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