Malad is 0-10 against Aberdeen since September of 2015 but things could change on Friday. The Dragons will host the Tigers at 7:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Last Friday, Malad strolled past Soda Springs with points to spare, taking the game 21-6. That 15 point margin sets a new team best for the Dragons this season.
The home team had come away the winner the last five times Aberdeen and North Fremont had met, but sadly for the fans who attended this one that wasn't the case. The Tigers sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 18-16 win over the Huskies on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Tigers have posted since August 30, 2024.
Malad better keep an eye on Guadalupe Ortiz. He was instrumental in Aberdeen's win, rushing for 234 yards and three scores while picking up 11.7 yards per carry.
Aberdeen was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 277 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Malad now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Aberdeen, they now also have a winning record of 3-2.
Things could have been worse for Malad, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 23-6 loss to Aberdeen in their previous matchup back in October of 2024. Can the Dragons avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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