Rancho was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They took a blow against the Mojave Rattlers, falling 66-0. The Rams lost against the Rattlers in their previous head to head back in October of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 38-8 score last time.
Rancho wouldn't let Mojave keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Ethan Nelson was the leader in that area as all came courtesy of his dominant performance.
Mojave had a senior duo take command as Antwan Hawkins rushed for 139 yards and two touchdowns and Miguel Reinares rushed for 126 yards and a touchdown. Reinares really tore up the turf during one magnificent 91-yard run. The team also got some help courtesy of Arthur AJ Williams, who threw for 127 yards and two touchdowns while completing 83.3% of his passes.
Rancho's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Mojave, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 4-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rancho will venture away from home to square off against Cheyenne at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Hopefully Rancho focused on turnovers this week as team gave up four on Friday. As for Mojave, they will head out on the road to take on Sunrise Mountain at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Mojave's defense has only allowed 10.2 points per game this season, so Sunrise Mountain's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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