After flying high against Marysville last Friday, Sutter came back down to earth. The Sutter Huskies took a 28-21 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Bradshaw Christian The Pride on Friday. The loss was the Huskies' first of the season.
When it comes to explaining why Sutter lost, don't look at Marcus Meras. Despite the final result, he rushed for 81 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries, and also picked up 40 receiving yards.
Even if they lost, Sutter's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. In fact, those sacks all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Jayden Carreon. Sutter got some further help from Mason Cartwright: he made 16 total tackles and snagging an interception.
Even though they lost, Sutter was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 210 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 195 rushing yards in five consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Bradshaw Christian's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Ethan Rickert led the charge by rushing for 47 yards and a touchdown, while also throwing for 171 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Rickert has posted since back in September of 2023. Mateo Mojica was another key player, rushing for 103 yards and a touchdown.
Having lost for the first time this season, Sutter fell to 3-1. As for Bradshaw Christian, they pushed their record up to 3-0 with that win, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sutter will take on Woodland at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. Sutter's defense has only allowed 10.5 points per game this season, so Woodland's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Bradshaw Christian, they will challenge Galt at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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