10/28/24- By Joe Peterson
Pima High School's Roughriders delivered a football clinic last Friday night, crushing the San Carlos Braves with a resounding 66-0 victory! The energy was electric, the plays were explosive, and the atmosphere was pure gridiron magic.
The Roughriders dominated from the kickoff, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive prowess. Jeremiah Martinez was simply unstoppable, racking up 173 rushing yards and three touchdowns, including an electrifying 60-yard dash to the end zone! And let's not forget the defensive dominance displayed by Brock Haws, who sacked the quarterback twice and made five crucial tackles, with 5.0 of them for a loss! Pima's ground game was relentless, accumulating an impressive 296 rushing yards, their highest total since November 2023. The defense was equally impressive, sacking the San Carlos quarterback a total of five times throughout the game.
This win catapults the Roughriders into the semi-finals, where they'll go face to face with an unknown team at this time. I am very excited and anxious for that announcement to come to everyone. I'll keep everyone informed if I'll be able to have the pleasure to live stream it or not.Â
A Shout-Out to the Voice of the Roughriders!
I can't forget to express my immense gratitude to the amazing Mike Omega for lending his voice to the game as our announcer! Mike, you are a true talent! Your passion for sports and your ability to weave in insightful details and captivating commentary truly elevated the game experience for everyone watching. You kept the energy high and the fans engaged with your play-by-play calls and expert analysis. Thank you for your incredible support! (Be sure to follow Mike Omega on social media for his own content.)
A Near-Perfect Night (Except for That One Tiny Hiccup...)
As always, I was thrilled to be on the sidelines, capturing the action for Need4Sports. For once, I thought everything was running smoothly—the stream was crystal clear, the audio was crisp, and the excitement was palpable. But then, like a fumble on the one-yard line, disaster struck! My camera battery decided to take an unscheduled break right at the start of the halftime show. 😫 I was devastated to miss the mini cheerleader performance, especially knowing how much it meant to the parents and the little ones involved. Thankfully, I managed to get things back online, but the sting of missing those adorable routines lingered. (Note to self: triple-check those battery connections next time!)
A Winning Team, On and Off the Field
Despite the halftime hiccup, the night was a resounding success. And that's thanks in no small part to the amazing team behind Need4Sports!
A massive thank you to our talented photographer, Skyler Beals (aka Need4Photos)! His photos perfectly captured the intensity, the emotion, and the triumph of the night.
If you're looking to commemorate this unforgettable game or any other special event, reach out to Skyler at info@need4photos.com. He offers individual photos and packages at very reasonable prices.
Looking Ahead: Semi-Finals and Beyond!
And as football season winds down, basketball season is just around the corner! Get ready for more exciting live streams and game recaps from Need4Sports.
A special thank you to our amazing sponsors who make all of this possible: Optimal Health Systems, Doorman Stan, and a huge shout-out to Rattlesnake Exterminating for keeping our fields pest-free!
Thank you all for your incredible support! Go Roughriders!
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