Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Mater Academy East Las Vegas couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They lost 28-6 to the Boulder City Eagles on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Knights have suffered since January 17th.
Cheyanne Thornhill threw for 109 yards on eight of 18 attempts. Lilibeth Rico Murillo was her top target, picking up 37 receiving yards.
Boulder City got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Sancha Jenas-Keogh out in front who rushed for 83 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries. Jenas-Keogh also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, picking up a sack and making two total tackles. Noelle Payne was another key rusher, rushing for 63 yards and two touchdowns.
Mater Academy East Las Vegas' defeat dropped their record down to 19-7. As for Boulder City, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 14 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-3 record this season.
Mater Academy East Las Vegas does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Boulder City, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 19-6 loss against Virgin Valley on the 20th.
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