Boone County fell victim to Highlands and their airtight defense on Friday. They were outmatched by the Highlands Bluebirds at home and fell 55-0. The Rebels' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it four in a row.
Rio Litmer went supernova for Highlands, throwing for 134 yards and four touchdowns on perfect 7-for-7 passing, while also punching in a touchdown on the ground. Litmer is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season. Thomas Ferring was in the mix as well, providing Highlands with a touchdown.
Boone County's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Highlands, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-2.
Boone County didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 48-14 defeat against Cooper on the 18th. Highlands has also already played their next match, a 55-6 win against Simon Kenton on the 12th.
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