Verrado is preparing for their first region matchup of the season on Monday. They will welcome the Canyon View Jaguars at 6:00 p.m. The two teams are strolling into their matchups after big wins in their previous games.
Verrado will roll into the contest after a wild two-game stretch: they didn't score any points two weeks ago, then bounced right back against Carl Hayden Community last Thursday. The Vipers blew past the Falcons 34-7.
Verrado found their leader in sophomore Sanaa Holliday, who threw for 258 yards and five touchdowns, and also rushed for 55 yards on only seven carries. Another player making a difference was Nevaeh Romero, who picked up 75 receiving yards and a pair of TDs.
Verrado didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Madison Kesel and Jhaylah Scisson.
Meanwhile, after low-scoring totals in their previous three game, Canyon View brought some dynamite into their most recent matchup. They really took it to La Joya Community for the full four quarters, racking up a 48-0 win. The victory was some much needed relief for the Jaguars as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Verrado now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Canyon View, their win bumped their record up to 2-4.
Verrado took a serious blow against Canyon View in their previous meeting back in September of 2024, falling 42-14. Thankfully for the Vipers, Katelyn Jewell (who threw for 202 yards and four touchdowns while completing 72.7% of her passes) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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