Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Damonte Ranch). They blew past the Hug Hawks 57-0 on the road on Friday. That's more bragging rights for the Mustangs, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kobe Craig was his usual excellent self, rushing for 154 yards and four touchdowns on only 11 carries. His rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 145 rushing yards dating back to last season. Joey Jamison was another key player, throwing for 46 yards and three touchdowns on perfect 5-for-5 passing.
Damonte Ranch wouldn't let Hug keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Bray Langi, Carsen Galvin, and Zach Scott picked up one apiece. Jackson Key was another major factor on D, making eight total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Damonte Ranch's victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-4. As for Hug, they are on a 14-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Damonte Ranch will host North Valleys at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. That game will pit two of the most dominant backs against one another: Craig and Hector Nunez. As for Hug, they will welcome Wooster at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Wooster is coming into the matchup with three straight losses on the road, meaning Hug will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.
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