Football Preview: Hillcrest Huskies vs. Stansbury Stallions
Hillcrest is 0-3 against Stansbury since September of 2021 but things could change on Friday. The Hillcrest Huskies will be playing at home against the Stansbury Stallions at 7:00 p.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Hillcrest is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 15th straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They took a blow against Murray, falling 45-7.
Meanwhile, Stansbury unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Friday. They fell just short of Crimson Cliffs by a score of 24-21.
Stansbury's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Coleman Dearden, who threw for 139 yards and two touchdowns, and Noah Syphus, who gained 52 total yards and two touchdowns. Luke Rich also played a phenomenal game despite the final result: he picked up 81 receiving yards.
Stansbury's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Rich and Gabe Binkley. Binkley has been hot recently, having also posted at least one interception the last three times he's played.
Hillcrest's loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Stansbury, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-3.
Friday's contest might be decided in the on the ground. Hillcrest has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 188.2 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Stansbury struggles in that department as they've been averaging 182.1. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Hillcrest was dealt a bruising 48-14 loss at the hands of Stansbury in their previous meeting back in September of 2023. Will Hillcrest have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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