Combs owes their defense a big pat on the back after their performance on Thursday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Eastmark Firebirds 2-0. The win was all the more spectacular given the Coyotes' disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona football rankings (they are ranked 106th, while the Firebirds are ranked 26th).
One reason for the win was Combs' imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. Gavin Walka was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up twohimself.
Combs' victory ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-0. As for Eastmark, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Combs will take on Coolidge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Eastmark, they will be playing at home against Mesquite at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Eastmark will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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