The Empire Ravens will welcome the Rincon/University Rangers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Rincon/University took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Empire, who comes in off a win.
Empire gave up the first points last Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. They took down Rio Rico 34-20. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Ravens.
Empire's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ngonkra Fuangunyi, who rushed for 150 yards. Julian Santacruz made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Empire didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Manga Eselle, Chase Cutman- Gamboa, and Santacruz picked up one apiece.
Meanwhile, a victory for Rincon/University just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the squad wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were beaten by Douglas 45-0. The Rangers just can't catch a break and have now endured four losses in a row.
Rincon/University's defeat dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Empire, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
Friday's match might be decided in the trenches. Empire has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 156.3 rushing yards per game. It's a different story for Rincon/University, though, as they've been averaging only 74.3. How will they fare against such a dominant running game?
Empire strolled past Rincon/University in their previous meeting back in November of 2023 by a score of 28-13. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Rincon/University's Aundre King, who rushed for 118 yards and two touchdowns. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for Empire to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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