Hug was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their 17th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were dealt a 40-6 loss at the hands of the North Valleys Panthers. The Hawks lost against the Panthers in their previous head to head back in October of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 14-6 score last time.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead North Valleys to victory, but perhaps none more so than Mikole Almond, who threw for 150 yards and three touchdowns while completing 87.5% of his passes. Bryce Kaiser helped Almond out on the ground, rushing for 90 yards and a touchdown on only five carries.
Hug's defeat dropped their record down to 0-9. As for North Valleys, they moved to 4-6 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak.
The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Hug is on the road again on Friday to play Carson at 6:00 p.m. As for North Valleys, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Wooster at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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