Pinnacle's rock-solid defense showed up for the team's third consecutive shutout on Thursday. They blew past the Corona del Sol Aztecs, posting a 35-0 win. Fans of the Pioneers have seen this all before: every one of the games they've played this season has ended in a blowout of 20+ points.
Gavin Hammond had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 71 yards and a pair of TDs.
Pioneers
| 09/11/25 @ Corona del Sol | 221 |
| 11/22/24 @ Queen Creek | 101 |
| 11/15/24 vs Mountain Pointe | 181 |
| 11/08/24 vs Saguaro | 197 |
| 11/01/24 @ Centennial | 39 |
| + 7 more games |
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Pinnacle was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 221 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2024.
On the other side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Pinnacle's defense and their nine sacks. Ian Fullmer was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up 2.5 himself. Fullmer is crushing it when it comes to sacks: he's posted at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Pinnacle received some extra help from Jalen Smith, whose fumble return for a touchdown made for one of the most unforgettable moments.
Pinnacle's victory bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Corona del Sol, their loss dropped their record down to 1-2.
Looking ahead, Pinnacle will head out to challenge Higley at 7:00 p.m. on the 19th. As for Corona del Sol, they will host O'Connor at 7:00 p.m. on the 19th.
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