A win for Heritage just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the squad wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They lost 39-13 to the Moreno Valley Vikings. The Patriots were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 26-0.
Despite the loss, Heritage still got an impressive performance from Armando Macias Jr, who rushed for 76 yards and a touchdown, and also caught a touchdown.
It was another big night for Syree Matthews, who rushed for 131 yards and two touchdowns on only 13 carries for Moreno Valley. Trevon Williams was another key player, rushing for 73 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries.
Heritage's loss was their ninth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Moreno Valley, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 5-2.
Heritage and Lakeside are set to duel on Friday. Heritage is facing Lakeside at the right time seeing as Lakeside is stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Moreno Valley, they will venture away from home to take on Perris at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Perris' defense has only allowed 10.9 points per game this season, so Moreno Valley's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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