Gilbert got themselves on the board against Perry on Thursday, but Perry never followed suit. They blew past the Perry Pumas, posting a 27-0 victory on the road. That's more bragging rights for the Tigers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Gilbert found their leader in underclassman Lilah Barton, who threw for 225 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 37 yards and a touchdown. Khalia Dana was in the mix too, providing Gilbert with two touchdowns.
Gilbert's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged nine passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Aspen McClees, Dana, and Jalyssa Guerrero picked up one apiece.
The win got Gilbert back to even at 1-1. As for Perry, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Gilbert will challenge Desert Vista at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Perry, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they challenge Queen Creek at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hopefully Perry focused on turnovers this week as team gave up eight on Thursday.
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