The Rincon/University Rangers will challenge the Rio Rico Hawks at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Two weeks ago, Rincon/University was beaten by Safford 42-6. The loss continues a trend for the Rangers in their matchups with the Bulldogs: they've now lost three in a row.
Meanwhile, Rio Rico fell victim to Florence and their airtight defense last Thursday. They had to suffer through a 43-0 loss at the hands of the Gophers. While losing is never fun, the Hawks can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona football rankings (they are ranked 146th, while the Gophers are ranked 48th).
Rio Rico's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Josue Bonilla and Yahel Clark.
Rincon/University now has a losing record at 1-2. As for Rio Rico, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Rincon/University was dealt a bruising 37-0 loss at the hands of Rio Rico in their previous meeting back in September of 2023. Thankfully for Rincon/University, Hiram Lopez (who rushed for 88 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 carries) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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