Billings Senior extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Friday, dropping them down to 0-2. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 34-30 heartbreaker at the hands of the Flathead Braves/Bravettes. The Broncs were up 30-13 in the third quarter but couldn't hold on to the lead.
When it comes to explaining why Billings Senior lost, don't look at Ryan Fuller. Despite the final result, he threw for 295 yards and three TDs while picking up 11.3 yards per attempt, and also rushed for 30 yards. 80 of Fuller's passing yards were hauled in by Myles Scherry, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
As for Flathead, their win bumped their record up to 1-0. The victory almost wasn't to be: they were down 30-13 in the third quarter.
Eli Coopman was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 137 yards and three touchdowns, and also threw for 182 yards and one TD. Those 137 rushing yards gave him a new career-high. Nolan Campbell was another key player, rushing for 92 yards and one score.
Billings Senior and Flathead will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Broncs will face off against rival Bozeman at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Flathead is set to square off against their familiar foe Hellgate at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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