Manistee had lost three straight on the road, but on Friday they dropped down to 2-5 to make it four. They were beaten by the Shelby Tigers 48-20. Despite 112 more yards than the Tigers, the Mariners couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Although Manistee took the loss, they still got scores from Wyatt Protasiewicz, Ean Guenthardt, and Landin Sowa.
As for Shelby, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-2 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four contests by 28 points or more this season.
Shelby's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Isaac Garcia, who rushed for 55 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and also threw for 146 yards on only 12 passes. What's more, Garcia posted two rushing touchdowns, the most he's had since back in August of 2024. Brody Fessenden was another key back, rushing for 74 yards and two TDs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Manistee will head out to square off against Montague at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Shelby, they will square off against Mason County Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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