Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Casteel). They came out on top against the Valley Vista Monsoon by a score of 41-32 on Tuesday. While the Colts didn't have the best season last year (they finished 2-10), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Casteel found their leader in underclassman Lacie Nemchick, who threw for 304 yards and four touchdowns while completing 76.9% of her passes, and also rushed for 56 yards and a touchdown. Those 304 passing yards set a new season-high mark for Nemchick. Gianni Scott was Nemchick's top target, picking up 24 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
Casteel didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off four passes before the game was over. Micheala Schneider led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by herself.
Casteel's win bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Valley Vista, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Casteel's road trip will continue as they head out to face Corona del Sol at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Valley Vista, they have the luxury of staying home for another week and will welcome Shadow Ridge at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Shadow Ridge's defense has only allowed 10.2 points per game this season, so Valley Vista's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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