Calexico has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 14.4 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They were beaten by the Holtville Vikings 38-0. The match marked the first time this season in which the Bulldogs were not able to get on the board.
Enrique Armas was his usual excellent self, rushing for 67 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries for Holtville.
The loss snapped Calexico's winning streak at four games and leaves them with a 4-1 record. As for Holtville, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Calexico will play host again on Friday to welcome Brawley, where kickoff is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Brawley: 13.5, Calexico: 14.4) so any points scored will be well earned. As for Holtville, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Lake Mead Christian Academy at 7:00 p.m. Holtville knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 point or more in their past five games -- so hopefully Lake Mead Christian Academy likes a good challenge.
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