Copper Canyon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 12th straight defeat. They took a blow against the Willow Canyon Wildcats, falling 45-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Aztecs of the 49-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on October 1st.
A big part of Willow Canyon's victory came down to the chemistry between Sarah Karnitz and her top target Isabella Ray. Karnitz threw for 84 yards and three touchdowns while Ray picked up 43 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Willow Canyon is undefeated when Karnitz posts three or more passing touchdowns, but 1-4 otherwise.
Copper Canyon's defeat dropped their record down to 0-12. As for Willow Canyon, the win got them back to even at 4-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Copper Canyon will challenge Sierra Linda at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Willow Canyon, they will square off against Desert Edge at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Desert Edge's defense has only allowed 9.3 points per game this season, so Willow Canyon's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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