ThunderRidge was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 39-2 loss at the hands of the Ralston Valley Mustangs. While losing is never fun, the Grizzlies can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Colorado football rankings (they are ranked 60th, while the Mustangs are ranked fifth).
Even if they lost, ThunderRidge's defensive line still kept up the pressure with four sacks. In that department, Camden Neumann was the leader with three. Luke Christensen was another major factor on D, forcing a fumble and making 13 total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Ralston Valley got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Zeke Andrews out in front who threw for 233 yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 30 yards and a touchdown. Another back making a difference was Colton Stratman, who rushed for 88 yards and two touchdowns.
ThunderRidge's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Ralston Valley, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
ThunderRidge will host Eaglecrest at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ralston Valley, they will head out to square off against Valor Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Ralston Valley is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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