Monroe was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat dating back to last season. The game between them and the Verdugo Hills Dons wasn't particularly close, with the Monroe Vikings falling 45-29. One positive for the Vikings, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Verdugo Hills to victory, but perhaps none more so than Jordan Martin, who picked up 197 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Martin showed off some serious burst, connecting on a big catch for 69 yards. Verdugo Hills also got a significant boost from Aiden Mejia, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 149 yards.
Monroe's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Verdugo Hills, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-1.
Monroe will be playing in front of their home fans against Arleta at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Verdugo Hills, they will take on Fulton at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Fulton's defense has only allowed 11.5 points per game this season, so Verdugo Hills' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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