If Hobbs was riding high fresh off their 41-13 takedown of Lovington last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Eagles took a 51-41 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Artesia Bulldogs on Friday. While the Eagles didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Bulldogs 7-3 in the first quarter.
Hobbs lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Demarcus Hill, who rushed for 201 yards and two scores on only 12 carries. His longest rush was for an incredible 83 yards. Another player making a difference was Junior Medrano, who threw for 178 yards and three touchdowns.
Even if they lost, Hobbs' defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. In fact, those sacks all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Jeremiah Mackey. Gavin McPherson was another major factor on D, making 13 total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Artesia got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Bryce Parra out in front who rushed for 125 yards and one TD while picking up 7.4 yards per carry, and also picked up 92 receiving yards and one score. Derrick Warren was another key passer, throwing for 306 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
Hobbs' loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Artesia, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hobbs will host Roswell at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Artesia, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Centennial at 7:00 p.m.
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