The Highland Scots will head out to challenge the Frontier Titans at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, both will really light up the scoreboard.
Highland took a loss when they played away from home last Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Thursday. They blew past Independence 36-13. The victory was some much needed relief for the Scots as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Preston Mendez looked great while leading his team to the win, throwing for 211 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for 49 yards and a touchdown. Arnez Lee made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Highland wouldn't let Independence keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. Highland can thank Frank Wright and Aaden Zamora for forcing all of them.
Meanwhile, Frontier never let their opponents score on Friday. They blew past Garces Memorial, posting a 42-0 win at home. Considering the Titans have won three matches by more than 28 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Highland's victory bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Frontier, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 4-4 record this season.
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