Payson lost against Valley Christian back in October of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Payson Longhorns received a blow as they fell 28-14 to the Valley Christian Trojans. The Longhorns haven't had much luck with the Trojans recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Valley Christian found their leader in sophomore Austin Schuder, who rushed for 128 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 93 yards and a touchdown. A healthy portion of that aerial production (82 yards to be exact) went to Asher Hanzal, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Payson's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-2. As for Valley Christian, their record is now 3-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Payson will venture away from home to square off against Show Low at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Show Low will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Payson surely won't give up without a fight. As for Valley Christian, they will head out to take on Benjamin Franklin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Benjamin Franklin's defense has only allowed 8.9 points per game this season, so Valley Christian's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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