Timpanogos and Bear River squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Timpanogos had to settle for second. They fell to the Bear River Bears 23-17. The Timberwolves' loss continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
Timpanogos' defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Gabe Graf, who picked up 109 receiving yards and a touchdown. Graf has become a key player for Timpanogos: the team is 3-1 when he posts at least 80 receiving yards, but 3-4 otherwise. Dash Mccann also played a phenomenal game despite the final result: he picked up 106 receiving yards.
Timpanogos didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Robby Parsons and Jace Hunter. Another thorn in Bear River's side was Cougar Peterson, who picked up 0.5 sacks and made nine total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Bear River's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Korver Riley, who picked up 75 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Another player making a difference was Jaxson Theurer, who threw for 272 yards and two touchdowns.
Timpanogos' loss dropped their record down to 6-5. As for Bear River, their win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 4-7.
Timpanogos does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Bear River, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Park City at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Park City will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Bear River surely won't give up without a fight.
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