Atchison County and Humboldt squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Atchison County had to settle for second. They were dealt a 57-8 defeat at the hands of the Humboldt Cubs. The Tigers' loss continues a trend for the squad, making it five in a row.
Mason Sterling continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Humboldt, rushing for 225 yards and three touchdowns on only 12 carries, while also picking up 66 receiving yards and a touchdown. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 60 yards. Cole G. Mathes was another key player, rushing for 79 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries.
Atchison County's defeat dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Humboldt, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 9-0.
Atchison County does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Humboldt, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Riverton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Humboldt's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last eight matches.
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