Esparto and Rio Vista squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Esparto had to settle for second. They were outmatched by the Rio Vista Rams on the road and fell 47-14. The Spartans were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-7.
It was another big night for Emmett Medders, who rushed for 136 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 carries for Rio Vista. Medders' rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 101 rushing yards. Carlos Saiz was in the mix as well, providing Rio Vista with two touchdowns.
Esparto now has a losing record at 5-6. As for Rio Vista, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
Esparto does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Rio Vista, they will challenge Elite at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Elite will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Rio Vista surely won't give up without a fight.
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