It may have taken overtime to finish the job, but Bend ultimately got the result they hoped for on Friday. They managed a 34-28 win over the Springfield Millers. The team accrued 28 points in the first half and coasted on those for the victory.
Despite the defeat, Springfield had strong showings from Adam Hernandez, who gained 132 total yards and a touchdown, and Noah Solo, who rushed for 120 yards and three touchdowns. Hernandez was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 61 yards.
The win got Bend back to even at 1-1. As for Springfield, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Bend and Springfield will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Lava Bears are set to face off against their familiar foe Caldera at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Springfield will square off against rival Churchill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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