Cotopaxi was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They took a hard 44-28 fall against the La Veta Redhawks. One positive for the Pirates, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
When it comes to explaining why Cotopaxi lost, don't look at Joel Tezak. Despite the final result, he picked up 121 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 77 yards and a touchdown. Tezak was no stranger to the big play, lighting up the secondary with a catch that went for 65 yards. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Justin Howell, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Cotopaxi's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Jude Merrill, Tezak, and Tezak picked up one apiece.
La Veta found their leader in underclassman Tayten Medina, who picked up three sacks, forced a fumble, and forced a fumble.
Cotopaxi's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for La Veta, the victory snapped their losing streak at four games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-3 record.
Cotopaxi will host Antonito at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Cotopaxi is facing Antonito at the right time seeing as Antonito is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for La Veta, they will head out on the road to challenge Branson/Kim at 12:00 p.m. on Friday. Branson/Kim's defense has only allowed 12.8 points per game this season, so La Veta's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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