The Academy of Careers & Exploration Eagle will take on the United Christian Academy Eagles at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have had a bumpy ride up to this point with four consecutive losses apiece dating back to last season.
Last Friday, Academy of Careers & Exploration was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 18-12 to Trona.
Meanwhile, United Christian Academy was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 28-22 to Lone Pine.
Loss or not, United Christian Academy got some senior leadership from Michael Espino and Gabriel Martinez. Espino picked up 120 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while Martinez threw for 181 yards and three touchdowns. Those 120 receiving yards set a new season-high mark for Espino.
United Christian Academy wouldn't let Lone Pine keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. United Christian Academy can thank Julian Alvarado and Zachary Haroutunian for forcing both of them. Riley Whipple was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making 15 total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Academy of Careers & Exploration's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for United Christian Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 0-4.
Academy of Careers & Exploration came up short against United Christian Academy in their previous matchup back in September of 2017, falling 34-21. Will Academy of Careers & Exploration have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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