West Mesa and Las Cruces squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but West Mesa had to settle for second. They were outmatched by the Las Cruces Bulldawgs on the road and fell 49-7. Having soared to a lofty 37 points in the game before, the Mustangs couldn't push the score so high this time.
Daniel Amaro continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Las Cruces, rushing for 59 yards and three touchdowns, while also picking up 59 receiving yards and a touchdown. Amaro is crushing it when it comes to rushing touchdowns: he's punched in at least two every time he's taken the field this season. Gunnar Guardiola was another key player, throwing for 149 yards and two touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes.
West Mesa has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-6 record this season. As for Las Cruces, they pushed their record up to 8-3 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home.
West Mesa does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Las Cruces, they will face off against Volcano Vista at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Volcano Vista's defense has only allowed 11.8 points per game this season, so Las Cruces' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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