Copper Hills lost to Hunter back in September of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Copper Hills Grizzlies blew past the Hunter Wolverines 28-8. The result was nothing new for the Grizzlies, who have now won three matchups by 20 points or more so far this season.
A big part of Copper Hills' victory came down to the chemistry between Maverick Bowles and his top target Logan Batt. Bowles threw for 314 yards and three touchdowns while Batt picked up 140 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Batt showed off some serious burst, cutting upfield on a catch for 58 yards. A healthy portion of that aerial production (90 yards to be exact) also went to Noah Haroldsen, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Copper Hills' defense made their presence known, laying out Uluaki Taukiuvea. four times. Leading the way was Kelemete Faasootauloa with two sacks. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 15.
Hunter's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Isaac Fonua, who rushed for 130 yards. The dominant performance gave Fonua a new career-high in rushing yards.
Copper Hills now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Hunter, they dropped their record down to 1-4 with the loss, which was their third straight at home.
Copper Hills will take on Bingham at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Copper Hills is facing Bingham at the right time seeing as Bingham is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Hunter, they will square off against Cyprus at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hunter will also cruise into their next game with the timing on their side: Cyprus will have lost five straight heading into Thursday's match.
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