Discovery Canyon was the 56-10 winner over Widefield when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Thunder took a 31-27 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Gladiators on Thursday. The Thunder were up 21-7 in the second quarter but couldn't hold on to the lead.
Brennan Ross threw for 95 yards on only nine passes. Landon Mack was his top target, picking up 77 receiving yards.
Zariack Duran was the offensive standout of the matchup as he threw for 214 yards and three TDs on only 18 passes.
Having lost for the first time this season, Discovery Canyon fell to 4-1. As for Widefield, their record is now 2-3.
Discovery Canyon and Widefield will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Thunder will face off against rival Pueblo Centennial at 7:00 p.m. on October 10. Meanwhile, Widefield is set to take on their familiar foe Mesa Ridge at 12:00 p.m. on October 4.
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