Sunset was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 22-16 heartbreaker at the hands of the Westview Wildcats. The game marked the Apollos' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
It was another big night for Heath Thompson, who rushed for 240 yards and three scores while picking up 8.6 yards per carry for Westview. Those 240 rushing yards gave Thompson a new career-high.
Sunset's defeat dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Westview, their record is now 4-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Sunset will take on Southridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Apollos will be up against the Skyhawks' rather soft defense (which has allowed 32.5 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Westview, they will challenge Beaverton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats will be up against the Beavers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 30.67 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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