Jurupa Hills came into Friday's contest having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Rancho Mirage Rattlers on Friday, sneaking past 30-27. The Spartans' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Jurupa Hills found their leader in underclassman Ja'Khai Johnson, who threw for 150 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 31 yards. Derek Beeman handled things on the ground, rushing for 94 yards.
Jurupa Hills' defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Michael Rodriguez and Michael Ephraim.
When it comes to explaining why Rancho Mirage lost, don't look at Jeremiah Williams. Despite the final result, he rushed for 60 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries, and also caught a touchdown. Williams got the majority of those rushing yards when he took off on a run that went for an incredible 56 yards. Jeremiah Johnson was another key player, picking up 36 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Jurupa Hills' first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Rancho Mirage, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Jurupa Hills will welcome San Jacinto at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. San Jacinto will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Jurupa Hills surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rancho Mirage, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Shadow Hills at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. The last four games Rancho Mirage has played have been within three points, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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