Damonte Ranch had to endure an eight-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They strolled past the Churchill County Greenwave with points to spare on Friday, taking the game 31-14. The high-scoring effort was just what the Mustangs needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
It was another big night for Kobe Craig, who rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 107 rushing yards per game. The team also got some help courtesy of Amari Nash, who picked up 94 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Damonte Ranch's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. Carsen Galvin picked up that interception and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound by taking it back the other way for a touchdown. Bray Langi was another major factor on D, making 12 total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Damonte Ranch was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 215 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Churchill County's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Matthew Bird, who rushed for 89 yards on only ten carries, and also threw for 147 yards and a touchdown. Bird's longest rush was for an impressive 57 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Wyatt Peek was another key player, picking up 133 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Damonte Ranch's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Churchill County, their defeat was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-2.
Damonte Ranch will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Galena at 7:00 p.m. on September 20th. As for Churchill County, they are taking a road trip to face off against South Tahoe at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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