Lorena couldn't quite beat China Spring on Friday, but the three-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 27-point loss they were dealt last Friday. The Lorena Leopards fell just short of the China Spring Cougars by a score of 38-35. One positive for the Leopards, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
When it comes to explaining why Lorena lost, don't look at Caleb Carrizales. Despite the final result, he picked up 157 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Carrizales' receiving production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 131 receiving yards. Lorena also got help from Carson Miller, who showed off his sure hands for 82 receiving yards.
Even though they lost, Lorena was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 256 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 153 rushing yards in seven consecutive matchups.
Lorena has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-7 record this season. As for China Spring, the victory snapped their losing streak at six games and leaves them with a 2-7 record.
Lorena will challenge La Vega at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. La Vega knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past four games -- so hopefully Lorena likes a good challenge. As for China Spring, they will square off against Robinson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. China Spring is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
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