Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Sandia). They really took it to the Santa Fe Demons for the full four quarters, racking up a 51-6 win at home. With the Matadors ahead 37-0 at the half, the game was all but over already.
Sandia found their leader in underclassman Jahleel Lewis, who threw for 140 yards and three touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes, and also rushed for 48 yards and a touchdown. The dominant performance gave Lewis a new career-high in rushing yards. Gad Harris was another key player, gaining 69 total yards and two touchdowns.
Sandia's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Preston Richey, Thomas Adams, and Adams picked up one apiece. Another thorn in Santa Fe's side was Jeremiah Bustillos, who picked up a sack and made seven total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Sandia's victory bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Santa Fe, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-3.
Sandia will stay at home for another week and welcome Atrisco Heritage Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Santa Fe, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Eldorado at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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