Rocky Ford unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the Byers Bulldogs on Friday, falling 44-12. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Although Rocky Ford took the loss, they still got scores from Cayson Vandyk and Adrian Marquez Galdean.
Gabe Price was nothing short of spectacular for Byers: he rushed for 171 yards and a pair of TDs while picking up 7.8 yards per carry. Those 171 rushing yards gave Price a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of James Maes, who threw for 117 yards and three touchdowns.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rocky Ford will welcome Front Range Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Byers, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Lyons at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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