Hawkins's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They won a matchup that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Diego Rivera Huskies 23-22. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Hawks also won the last time the pair played back in August of 2023.
Desmaj Murphy was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 214 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 11.9 yards per carry. He was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 51 yards.
Hawkins was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 252 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Diego Rivera only rushed for 150.
Despite the defeat, Diego Rivera saw an underclassman step up: Ephaunie Lewis picked up 115 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Hawkins' win was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 1-1. As for Diego Rivera, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 1-1.
Hawkins will be playing in front of their home fans against Canoga Park at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Diego Rivera, they are on the road again on Friday to play South Gate at 7:00 p.m.
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