The Homestead Mustangs''s recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their fifth straight loss. They fell 44-35 to Half Moon Bay. This was one game where the offenses had no trouble playing at a high level.
When it comes to explaining why Homestead lost, one person who can't be blamed is Maxx Ward. Despite the final result, he rushed for 86 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 90 receiving yards. Ward was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 67 yards.
Homestead's loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their overall record down to 1-7. As for Half Moon Bay, their victory ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Homestead will take on Palo Alto at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Palo Alto presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Homestead in California (Palo Alto is ranked 381st, while Homestead is ranked 779th). As for Half Moon Bay, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Menlo School at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Menlo School will be coming into the matchup with an undefeated record on the line.
