Southwest EC was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 14th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were beaten by the Palo Verde Valley Yellow Jackets 47-18. One positive for the Eagles, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Christian Richards and he. Richards rushed for 106 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries while he rushed for 106 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. Palo Verde Valley is 2-1 when Richards posts two or more rushing touchdowns, but 0-4 otherwise. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Darrius Scott, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Southwest EC's loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Palo Verde Valley, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Southwest EC will take on Central at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Palo Verde Valley, they will face off against Vincent Memorial at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Vincent Memorial will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Palo Verde Valley surely won't give up without a fight.
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