Football Recap: Springfield Millers vs. North Eugene Highlanders
Springfield was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss dating back to last season. They took a 27-20 hit to the loss column at the hands of the North Eugene Highlanders. The Millers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Highlanders apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2023.
Despite the loss, Springfield still got an impressive performance from Noah Solo, who rushed for 132 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.3 yards per carry. With that strong performance, Solo is now averaging an impressive 100.6 rushing yards per game. Clay Rhoades got in on the action as well, returning a kick for a touchdown.
D'Mariyae Ireland had a dynamite game for North Eugene, rushing for 176 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.7 yards per carry.
Springfield's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for North Eugene, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Springfield will square off against Willamette at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Willamette will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Springfield surely won't give up without a fight. As for North Eugene, they will face off against Roseburg at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. North Eugene will be looking to extend their current three-game winning streak.
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