The Lincoln Lynx will take on the White Sulphur Springs Hornets at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
White Sulphur Springs is hoping to do what West Yellowstone couldn't on Friday: put an end to Lincoln's winning streak, which now stands at three games. Lincoln blew past West Yellowstone 62-14 at home. The Lynx pushed the score to 38-14 by the end of the third, a deficit the Wolverines had little chance of recovering from.
Lincoln's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kayden Riddle, who rushed for 129 yards and two touchdowns on only seven carries, and also threw for 139 yards and two touchdowns. Riddle also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up two sacks and making seven total tackles in addition to snagging an interception. Teegan Riddle was another key player, gaining 139 total yards and two touchdowns.
Lincoln didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Dylan Jakushak and Riddle. Riddle is also crushing it when it comes to rushing touchdowns: he's punched in at least two every time he's taken the field this season.
Meanwhile, White Sulphur Springs came into Friday's matchup having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They blew past Alberton, posting a 52-6 victory on the road. That looming 52-6 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Hornets yet this season.
Lincoln's win bumped their record up to 5-1. As for White Sulphur Springs, their victory bumped their record up to 3-4.
Everything came up roses for Lincoln against White Sulphur Springs in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, as the squad secured a 27-0 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Lincoln since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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