After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Willow Canyon brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They blew past the Copper Canyon Aztecs 45-0 at home on Tuesday. The result was nothing new for the Wildcats, who have now won four matchups by 22 points or more so far this season.
A big part of Willow Canyon's victory came down to the chemistry between Sarah Karnitz and her top target Isabella Ray. Karnitz threw for 84 yards and three touchdowns while Ray picked up 43 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Karnitz is becoming a predictor of Willow Canyon's success: when she posts at least three passing touchdowns the team is undefeated (and 1-4 when she doesn't).
Willow Canyon didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Sophia Lopez, Madison Mendiola, and Aukalani Faoa picked up one apiece.
Willow Canyon moved to 4-4 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Copper Canyon, their defeat was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Willow Canyon will venture away from home to face off against Desert Edge at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Desert Edge's defense has only allowed 9.3 points per game this season, so Willow Canyon's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Copper Canyon, they will head out on the road to challenge Sierra Linda at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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