If NorthPointe Christian was feeling good fresh off their 43-0 takedown of Bangor last Friday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Mustangs took a 48-40 hit to the loss column at the hands of the New Buffalo Bison on Friday. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bison apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
New Buffalo found their leader in sophomore Colten Lijewski, who rushed for 188 yards and three TDs, and also threw for 437 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 15.6 yards per attempt. Those 437 passing yards set a new season-high mark for Lijewski.
NorthPointe Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 3-3. As for New Buffalo, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Coming up, NorthPointe Christian is taking a road trip to challenge Bridgman at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bees' defense has only allowed 14.3 points per game this season, so the Mustangs' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for New Buffalo, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Bloomingdale at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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