The Northeastern Clinton Cougars will take on the Plattsburgh Hornets at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Northeastern Clinton took a loss when they played away from home last Monday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Monday. They breezed past Keene Central to the tune of 45-0. The Cougars' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
Northeastern Clinton's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Krista Sebert, who threw for 123 yards and a pair of TDs, and also rushed for 57 yards on only five carries. Sierra Boulrice was another key passer, throwing for 85 yards and two touchdowns.
Northeastern Clinton didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Ava Bechard, Lily Natishak, and Isabella LaCount picked up one apiece. Bechard got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Meanwhile, Plattsburgh played a tough contest two weeks ago in which they were outscored in every quarter. They were dealt a 60-31 defeat at the hands of Saranac. The game was over by the end of the first half, with no points scored by either team from that point forward.
This is the second loss in a row for Plattsburgh and nudges their season record down to 0-2. As for Northeastern Clinton, they now have a winning record of 3-2-1.
Everything came up roses for Northeastern Clinton against Plattsburgh in their previous matchup back in March, as the team secured a 47-0 win. Will the Cougars repeat their success, or do the Hornets have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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