Portage's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They walked away with a 28-15 win over the Penns Manor Comets. For the Mustangs, this counts as revenge for the 22-0 defeat the Comets walked away with the last time they faced one another back in October of 2023.
A big part of the victory came down to the chemistry between Easton Slanoc and his top target Owen Gouse. Slanoc threw for 150 yards and two touchdowns on only 11 passes while Gouse gained 131 total yards and a touchdown. Gouse got the majority of those receiving yards when he pulled down a pass and took off for a gain of 69 yards.
One reason for the win was Portage's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. Bode Layo was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up twohimself.
Although Penns Manor took the loss, they still got scores from Amin Lieb and Dylan Kuzemchak.
The win got Portage back to even at 2-2. As for Penns Manor, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Portage will venture away from home to face off against Conemaugh Township at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Portage is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Penns Manor, they will host Purchase Line at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Penns Manor's defense has only allowed 14.5 points per game this season, so Purchase Line's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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