The United Christian Academy Eagles are taking a road trip to face off against the Academy of Careers & Exploration Eagle at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. United Christian Academy is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
Last Friday, United Christian Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 28-22 to Lone Pine.
United Christian Academy's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Michael Espino, who picked up 120 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and Gabriel Martinez, who threw for 181 yards and three touchdowns.
United Christian Academy wouldn't let Lone Pine keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. United Christian Academy can thank Julian Alvarado and Zachary Haroutunian for forcing both of them. Riley Whipple was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 15 total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Meanwhile, Academy of Careers & Exploration was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss dating back to last season. They fell to Trona 18-12.
United Christian Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Academy of Careers & Exploration, their loss dropped their record down to 0-3.
United Christian Academy beat Academy of Careers & Exploration 34-21 in their previous matchup back in September of 2017. The rematch might be a little tougher for United Christian Academy since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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