Atlanta was the 40-36 winner over Rogers City when they last played one another back in August of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Huskies took a hard 42-26 fall against the Hurons on Friday. The Huskies gained 87 more yards on the day, but it was the Hurons that made the best use of them.
Atlanta's loss came despite strong showings from Brett Culham and Blake King. Culham gained 161 total yards, while King threw for 176 yards and three TDs. King didn't just play on offense: he also forced one fumble and made two total tackles in addition to snagging an interception. Eli Hagemeister was King's top target, picking up 83 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Don't try to pin the team's loss on the defense: they kept the trenches locked down and allowed a mere 3.1 yards per carry. The team can thank Culham for the heroic effort on defense: he. Atlanta didn't have any issues in that department, having averaged 6.7.
Atlanta didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Culham and King.
Atlanta's loss dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Rogers City, their victory bumped their record up to 2-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Atlanta will face off against Heston Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Rogers City, they will take on Onaway at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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