It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Houston had no problem doing just that on Friday. They walked away with a 40-32 victory over the Ava Bears. The high-scoring effort was just what the Tigers needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
A big part of Houston's win came down to the chemistry between Dj Riley and his top target Jordan Arthur. Riley gained 129 total yards and two touchdowns while Arthur rushed for 120 yards and three touchdowns.
Houston was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 297 rushing yards. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their rushing yard total in five consecutive matches.
Houston's record is now 6-4. As for Ava, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-3.
Houston will face off against Liberty on Friday. Liberty will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Houston surely won't give up without a fight. Ava does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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