Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Butte). They breezed by the Flathead Braves/Bravettes at home to the tune of 41-10 on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Bulldogs have posted since October 6, 2023.
Colton Shea was nothing short of spectacular: he threw for 331 yards and four touchdowns while completing 80% of his passes, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. Karson Pumnea helped Shea out on the ground, rushing for 56 yards and a touchdown, while also catching a touchdown.
Another reason for the win was Butte's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. In that department, Braydon Pierce was the leader with two. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with four.
The win made it two in a row for Butte and bumps their season record up to 2-3. As for Flathead, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-5.
Butte will head out on the road to challenge Sentinel at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Butte is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Flathead, they will challenge Helena at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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