Anoka was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat dating back to last season. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 42-41 heartbreaker at the hands of the Champlin Park Rebels. The Tornadoes were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rebels apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
When it comes to explaining why Anoka lost, don't look at Blake Sieben. Despite the final result, he rushed for 134 yards and three scores while picking up 7.1 yards per carry, and also threw for 202 yards and three touchdowns. Sieben was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 50 yards. Brody Lakanen was Sieben's top target, picking up 93 receiving yards and a pair of TDs.
Anoka's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Champlin Park, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-1.
Coming up, Anoka will face off against Rogers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tornadoes will be up against the Royals' rather soft defense (which has allowed 30.5 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Champlin Park, they will challenge Lakeville North at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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