Tunkhannock fell victim to Hanover Area and their airtight defense on Friday. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 42-0 to the Hawkeyes, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hawkeyes apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Hanover Area to victory, but perhaps none more so than Dewayne Downey, who rushed for 92 yards and three TDs on only 12 carries. The Hawkeyes are undefeated when Downey posts two or more rushing touchdowns, but 0-3 otherwise. Logan Richardson was another key passer, throwing for 171 yards and three touchdowns.
Tunkhannock has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season. As for Hanover Area, the win got them back to even at 3-3.
Coming up, Tunkhannock will take on Lake-Lehman at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Hanover Area, they will face off against Wyoming Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Warriors' defense has only allowed 15 points per game this season, so the Hawkeyes' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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