Thunder Ridge scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They took a 37-27 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Highland Rams. The Titans have struggled against the Rams recently, as their game on Friday was their seventh consecutive lost matchup.
When it comes to explaining why Thunder Ridge lost, don't look at Bowen Rose. Despite the final result, he rushed for 137 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.6 yards per carry.
Highland found their leader in underclassman Cedric Mitchell, who rushed for 143 yards and a touchdown on only 15 carries, and also picked up 58 receiving yards and a touchdown. Those 143 rushing yards set a new season-high mark for Mitchell. Another player making a difference was Keaton Belnap, who rushed for 44 yards and two touchdowns.
Thunder Ridge's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Highland, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Thunder Ridge didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 43-12 loss against Madison on the 27th. Highland has also already played their next match, a 28-18 win against Pocatello on the 27th.
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