After flying high against El Camino two weeks ago, Mesa Verde came back down to earth. The Mesa Verde Mavericks fell just short of the Highlands Scots by a score of 15-13 on Friday. Despite 117 more yards than the Scots, the Mavericks couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Despite the loss, Mesa Verde still got an impressive performance from Fred Robinson, who rushed for 145 yards and a touchdown on only 15 carries. Mesa Verde also got a significant boost from Cesar Granados, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 96 yards.
Mesa Verde's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Mathew Garcia, Luis Serrato, and Serrato picked up one apiece. Gabe Mcguire also set a new season high mark in total tackles with seven. Jake Miller was another major factor on D, making 14 total tackles.
Even though they lost, Mesa Verde was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 351 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Mesa Verde's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Highlands, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Mesa Verde will take on Vacaville Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mesa Verde is facing Vacaville Christian at the right time seeing as Vacaville Christian is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Highlands, they will square off against Rio Vista at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Highlands' defense has only allowed 13.5 points per game this season, so Rio Vista's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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