Football Recap: Skyline Thunderbirds vs. Pretty Prairie Bulldogs
There's no place like home for Skyline, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They came out on top against the Pretty Prairie Bulldogs by a score of 22-12 on Friday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Thunderbirds also won the last time the pair played back in September of 2021.
Skyline's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jake Hittle, who rushed for 78 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Hittle has posted since back in September of 2023.
Another reason for the win was Skyline's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. Isaac House was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up twohimself.
Despite the loss, Pretty Prairie saw an underclassman step up: Weston Smyth picked up 43 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 83 yards.
Skyline's win ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-2. As for Pretty Prairie, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Skyline will venture away from home to take on Udall at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Skyline is facing Udall at the right time seeing as Udall is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Pretty Prairie, they will be playing at home against Victoria at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Victoria will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Pretty Prairie surely won't give up without a fight.
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