Thursday just wasn't the day for Mission Heights Prep's offense. They were outmatched by the Heritage Academy Gateway Heroes and fell 46-0. While losing is never fun, the Phantoms can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona football rankings (they are ranked 101st, while the Heroes are ranked ninth).
Heritage Academy Gateway's win on Thursday was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Stratton Ellsworth, who rushed for 75 yards and a pair of scores on only nine carries. The team also got some help courtesy of Axton Leavitt, who rushed for 102 yards and one TD on only nine carries.
Mission Heights Prep has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season. As for Heritage Academy Gateway, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 7-3.
Looking ahead, Mission Heights Prep will take on Heritage Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Heritage Academy Gateway, they will welcome AZ Compass Prep at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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