Auburn is still winless after their game against Riverton on Friday, but the team can take solace in the fact it was the closest they've come to winning. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 36-33 heartbreaker at the hands of the Hawks. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Trojans have suffered since September 20, 2024.
Chance Crissey and Trey Boston certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Crissey rushed for 181 yards and one TD, while Boston gained 99 total yards and three touchdowns. Crissey didn't just play on offense: he also picked up two sacks, forced one fumble, and made three total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Gradyn Hartlaub produced another solid performance rushing for 107 yards and a pair of scores, while also throwing for 192 yards and one touchdown for Riverton. The Hawks are 2-1 when Hartlaub posts 80 or more rushing yards, but 0-4 otherwise.
Auburn's defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Riverton, the win snapped their losing streak at five games and leaves them with a 2-5 record.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Auburn will square off against rival Pittsfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Riverton is set to challenge their familiar foe PORTA/Ashland-Chandlerville Central/Greenview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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