Centauri has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 11.33 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They took a 36-26 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Monte Vista Pirates. The Falcons' defeat signaled the end of their eight-game winning streak.
It was another big night for Jacob Pacheco, who rushed for 216 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 10.3 yards per carry for Monte Vista. Pacheco really tore up the turf during one magnificent 79-yard run. Monte Vista also got help from Azariah Hurtado, who showed off his sure hands for 126 receiving yards.
Centauri's loss ended a seven-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 8-1. As for Monte Vista, their win was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 7-2.
Centauri does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Monte Vista, they will face off against Meeker at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Meeker will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Monte Vista surely won't give up without a fight.
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