Football Game Preview: Schlarman Heads Out

By Team Reports Sep 9, 2024, 2:14am

Football Preview: Schlarman Hilltoppers vs. Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski Lions

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The Schlarman Hilltoppers will head out to challenge the Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski Lions at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.

Schlarman is leaving town to face Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. Schlarman had to suffer through a 66-24 loss at the hands of Oblong. The Hilltoppers' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it eight in a row dating back to last season.

Meanwhile, Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 11th straight loss. They were beaten by South Fork/Edinburg/Morrisonville 42-0.

Even if they lost, Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski's defensive line still kept up the pressure with three sacks. Garrett VerHeecke was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up twohimself.

Things could have been worse for Schlarman, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 52-34 loss to Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski in their previous meeting back in October of 2022. Thankfully for Schlarman, Lleyton Miller (who rushed for 287 yards and five touchdowns while picking up 15.9 yards per carry, and also threw for ten yards and a touchdown) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.

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