Ava lost to Houston back in November of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Bears blew past the Tigers 43-20. The contest was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 21-0.

Bears
Aiden Lane | 1 |
Braxton Swearengin | 1 |
Jacob Laub | 1 |
Ava didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Aiden Lane, Braxton Swearengin, and Jacob Laub picked up one apiece. Swearengin got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
When it comes to explaining why Houston lost, don't look at Caden Guerra. Despite the final result, he rushed for 119 yards on only ten carries.
Ava's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-3. As for Houston, this is the second loss in a row for them and also nudges their season record down to 3-3.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Ava is set to face off against their familiar foe Thayer at 7:00 p.m. on the 10th. Meanwhile, Houston will take on rival Willow Springs at 7:00 p.m. on the 10th.
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