Mohave lost against Coconino back in October of 2020, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Thunderbirds took a 35-22 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Panthers. Despite 213 more yards than the Panthers, the Thunderbirds couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Joe Yoney
| 09/19/25 @ Coconino | 199 |
| 09/12/25 vs River Valley | 31 |
| 09/05/25 @ Lake Havasu | 85 |
| 08/29/25 vs Paradise Honors | 95 |
When it comes to explaining why Mohave lost, don't look at Joe Yoney. Despite the final result, he rushed for 199 yards on only 14 carries, and also threw for 204 yards and one touchdown. With that strong performance, Yoney is now averaging an impressive 102.5 rushing yards per game. Trison Urias was another key player, gaining 101 total yards and two touchdowns.
Mohave didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Yoney and Alejandro Ruiz.
Coconino's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Dylan Callado led the charge by rushing for 96 yards and one score on only 13 carries. Another player making a difference was Austin Raths, who picked up 63 receiving yards and a pair of TDs.
Having lost for the first time this season, Mohave fell to 3-1. As for Coconino, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
Looking ahead, Mohave will challenge Bradshaw Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 951 yards in their previous games. As for Coconino, they will take on Sunrise Mountain at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers will be up against the Mustangs' rather soft defense (which has allowed 40 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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