Crownpoint won the last time they faced Wingate, and things went their way on Friday too. The Crownpoint Eagles took down the Wingate Bears 28-12.
Crownpoint got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Lavontae Robinson out in front who rushed for 131 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 carries, and also threw for 63 yards and a touchdown. Robinson also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making seven total tackles and defending a pass. Austin Begay was another key player, gaining 111 total yards and two touchdowns.
Crownpoint was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 237 rushing yards. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved they're rushing yard total in three consecutive contests.
Crownpoint's victory bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Wingate, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Crownpoint will face off against Tohatchi at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Tohatchi's defense has only allowed 15.2 points per game this season, so Crownpoint's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Wingate, they will venture away from home to take on Zuni at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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