Hardin Northern lost against Elgin back in October of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Hardin Northern Polar Bears took a 32-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Elgin Comets. The Polar Bears have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hardin Northern lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Xander Wilson, who threw for 173 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 36 yards. Another pass catcher making a difference was Dylan Bacon, who picked up 34 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Hardin Northern's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 6-4. As for Elgin, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-5.
Both are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Hardin Northern will head out to challenge Calvert at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Calvert's defense has only allowed 13 points per game this season, so Hardin Northern's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Elgin, they will venture away from home to square off against Grandview Heights at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Grandview Heights will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something Elgin surely won't give up without a fight.
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