Rincon/University had lost three straight at home, but on Friday they dropped down to 2-6 to make it four. They were dealt a 43-13 defeat at the hands of the Empire Ravens. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Rangers of the 43-20 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in November of 2024.
Isaac Sanford and Jacob Jackson certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Sanford picked up 131 receiving yards and a pair of TDs, while Jackson threw for 220 yards and two touchdowns. Preston Fierko also deserves some recognition as he rushed for his first rushing yards of the season.
As for Empire, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a massive bump to their 3-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 35.3 points over those games.
Jalen Camacho produced another solid effort rushing for 106 yards and four scores.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Rincon/University will take on rival Rio Rico at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Empire is set to challenge their familiar foe Pueblo at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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