Hillsboro was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss dating back to last season. They took a 21-14 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Staunton/Bunker Hill Bulldogs. The Hiltoppers gained 95 more yards on the day, but it was the Bulldogs that made the best use of them.
Despite the defeat, Hillsboro had strong showings from Ethan Hamby, who rushed for 109 yards on only 15 carries, and Tytin Wells, who rushed for 47 yards and a touchdown.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Hillsboro was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 248 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Hillsboro wouldn't let Staunton/Bunker Hill keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Jackson Tuetken was the leader in that area as all came courtesy of his dominant performance.
Among those leading the charge was Jesse Baker, who rushed for 78 yards and two touchdowns.
Hillsboro's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Staunton/Bunker Hill, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Hillsboro will take on Gillespie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hillsboro is facing Gillespie at the right time seeing as Gillespie is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Staunton/Bunker Hill, they will welcome Carlinville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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