Empire gave up the first points on Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. They took down the Rio Rico Hawks 34-20. That's more bragging rights for the Ravens, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Empire's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Ngonkra Fuangunyi led the charge by rushing for 150 yards. Nikolas Bejarano was another key pass catcher, picking up 74 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Jahred Bravo and Sebastian Castro certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Bravo picked up 87 receiving yards and a touchdown, while Castro threw for 139 yards and two touchdowns on only ten passes.
Empire now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Rio Rico, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Empire has already played their next contest, a 43-20 win against Rincon/University on the 8th. As for Rio Rico, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next match, a 34-14 victory against Cholla on the 8th.
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