El Capitan had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They claimed a resounding 52-0 win over the Hug Hawks on the road. The victory was all the more spectacular given the Gauchos' disadvantage in MaxPreps' football rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 591st in California, while the Hawks are ranked 60th in Nevada).
Among those leading the charge was Fernando Rios, who rushed for 80 yards and a touchdown. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 80-yard run. Anthony Jones got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Hug is on a ten-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. El Capitan will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against Ripon Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Hug, they will face off against Sparks at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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