On Friday, Gateway Christian faced Mescalero Apache in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Gateway Christian Warriors blew past the Mescalero Apache Chiefs 56-20 at home. The result was nothing new for the Warriors, who have now won four matches by 36 points or more so far this season.
Mescalero Apache's loss came despite strong showings from Landyn Hiles and Nathaniel Duffy. Hiles gained 257 total yards and a touchdown, while Duffy gained 159 total yards and a touchdown. The dominant performance also gave Duffy a new career-high in rushing yards.
Gateway Christian's victory was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-1. As for Mescalero Apache, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gateway Christian will host Melrose at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Melrose's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Mescalero Apache, they will take on Lordsburg at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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