Gilroy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They took a blow against the Leland Chargers, falling 35-8. The Mustangs were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-0.
Leland's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Brady Hernandez led the charge by rushing for 38 yards and two touchdowns, while also picking up 41 receiving yards and a touchdown. Another signal caller making a difference was Jacob Gibson, who threw for 140 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 passes.
Gilroy's defeat dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Leland, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 7-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gilroy will challenge Ann Sobrato at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Leland, they will venture away from home to challenge Willow Glen at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Willow Glen has won five straight at home, while Leland won three straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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