Encinal had lost three straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 2-7 to make it four. They took a blow against the Mt. Eden Monarchs, falling 40-7. The Jets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Monarchs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in November of 2024.
As for Mt. Eden, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-6. They not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since November 8, 2024 (when they won 42-6).
Mt. Eden's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was TAYLOR WILLIAMS, who rushed for 128 yards and three touchdowns on only 15 carries. WILLIAMS is becoming a predictor of the Monarchs' success: when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns the team is undefeated (and 0-6 when he doesn't). Another rusher making a difference was JOHNATHAN SANTIAGO, who rushed for 97 yards and one TD on only 12 carries.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Encinal will venture away from home to take on Alameda at 7:00 p.m. on the 7th. The Hornets' defense has only allowed 7.9 points per game this season, so the Jets' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Mt. Eden, they will head out on the road to square off against American at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Monarchs will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 31.29 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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