Grants had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They were the clear victors by a 36-14 margin over the Miyamura Patriots on Friday. The matchup was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 28-0.
Tristin Fernandez
| 08/22/25 @ Miyamura | 180 |
| 11/16/24 @ St. Pius X | 151 |
| 11/09/24 vs Silver | 115 |
| 11/01/24 vs Bloomfield | 94 |
| 10/25/24 @ Bernalillo | 168 |
| + 4 more games |
Tristin Fernandez was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 72 yards and a pair of TDs, and also threw for 180 yards and two touchdowns. That's the most passing yards he has posted since back in September of 2024. Another player making a difference was Julian Fernandez, who gained 49 total yards and two touchdowns.
Grants' run defense was locked in: Miyamura could only muster 0.5 yards per carry. The team can thank Gary Chavez for the heroic effort on defense: he. Grants' ground attack was stronger, having averaged 5.3.
Grants didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Isaiah Ortega and Victor Chavira.
Despite the loss, Miyamura still got an impressive performance from Benjamin Vidales, who picked up 110 receiving yards and one score.
Looking ahead, Grants will take on St. Pius X at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Miyamura, they will face off against Aztec at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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