Traverse City West unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 23-13 to the Howell Highlanders on Thursday.
Despite the loss, Traverse City West still got an impressive performance from Aiden Jacobs, who picked up 68 receiving yards and a pair of scores. Jacobs also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making two total tackles and defending one pass in addition to snagging an interception.
Traverse City West didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Jacobs and Cam Mienk. Another thorn in Howell's side was Drew Esper, who made 30 total tackles.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Traverse City West will welcome Grand Haven at 7:00 p.m. on September 5. As for Howell, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Salem at 7:00 p.m. on September 5. The game will give the Highlanders their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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