Princeton has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 15.4 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They were dealt a 31-3 defeat at the hands of the Monmouth-Roseville Titans. The match marked the Tigers' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
William Lott threw for 29 yards on four of 13 attempts. On the ground,
Casey Etheridge rushed for 66 yards.
It was another big night for Payton Thompson, who rushed for 119 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries, and also picked up 73 receiving yards and two touchdowns for Monmouth-Roseville. Thompson's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fifth straight game with at least 119 rushing yards dating back to last season. Another player making a difference was Andy Myers, who threw for 129 yards and two touchdowns while completing 83.3% of his passes.
Princeton's loss ended a seven-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 4-1. As for Monmouth-Roseville, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Princeton will take on Hall/Putnam County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Princeton's defense has only allowed 15.4 points per game this season, so Hall/Putnam County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Monmouth-Roseville, they will face off against Sherrard at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Monmouth-Roseville will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak alive.
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