After flying high against Rancho last Friday, Eldorado came back down to earth. The Firehawks took a blow against the Mater Academy East Las Vegas Knights on Friday, falling 40-8. The Firehawks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Knights apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2022.
A big part of Mater Academy East Las Vegas' victory came down to the chemistry between James Monaghan IV and his top target Majik McMillion. Monaghan IV threw for 197 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 passes while McMillion picked up 48 receiving yards and one score. Mater Academy East Las Vegas is 5-1 when Monaghan IV posts three or more passing touchdowns, but 1-2 otherwise.
Eldorado's defeat dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Mater Academy East Las Vegas, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-3 record this season.
Eldorado does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Mater Academy East Las Vegas, they will head out on the road to take on Sierra Vista at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Mountain Lions' defense has only allowed 12.5 points per game this season, so the Knights' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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