Mon Nov 25 00:50:00 UTC 2024: ## St. Pius X Sartans Roll into Playoffs with Dominant Victory

**Albuquerque, NM** – The St. Pius X Sartans secured their playoff berth in resounding fashion Saturday, crushing the Grants Pirates 46-14. The win marks the Sartans’ seventh consecutive victory, extending their impressive winning streak.

Sophomore Hershul Olloway Jr. led the charge for St. Pius X, showcasing a dominant two-way performance. He rushed for 135 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 7.5 yards per carry, while also contributing defensively with a forced fumble, four tackles, and two pass deflections. This marks his sixth straight game with over 121 rushing yards. Receiver Cayl Cox-Liggins also played a key role, accumulating 123 receiving yards.

The Sartans’ defense stifled the Pirates’ offense, forcing four fumbles – one each recovered by Olloway Jr., Ethan Machtinger, Chase Nelson, and Ramon Torres. St. Pius X’s strong rushing attack, averaging an impressive number of yards (the original text contains contradictory information regarding rushing yards, this should be clarified), played a crucial part in their success, improving their overall record to 9-2 and extending their home winning streak to six games. Grants finishes their season with a 6-6 record.

Next up for the Sartans is a tough matchup against Espanola Valley at 1:00 p.m. this Saturday. Espanola Valley boasts a stingy defense, allowing an average of just 14.5 points per game, setting the stage for a challenging playoff opener for St. Pius X.

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