The Hughesville Spartans will head out to challenge the Muncy Indians at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Hughesville will be strutting in after a victory while Muncy will be coming in after a loss.
Hughesville took a loss when they played away from home last Friday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 28-6 margin over Wyalusing Valley. The win was some much needed relief for the Spartans as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Chase Shrawder
| 08/29/25 @ Towanda | 101 |
| 10/17/25 vs Wyalusing Valley | 81 |
| 09/19/25 @ Midd-West | 51 |
| 10/10/25 @ Warrior Run | 46 |
| 08/22/25 vs Montgomery | 37 |
Hughesville's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Connor Anstadt, who picked up 154 receiving yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 39 yards. Anstadt also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making 16 total tackles and defending one pass in addition to snagging an interception. Chase Shrawder helped out on the ground, rushing for 81 yards and a rushing touchdown.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Hughesville was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 205 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2024.
Hughesville didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Josiah Abernatha and Anstadt. Dawson Liebersohn was another major factor on D, picking up a sack, forcing one fumble, and making three total tackles.
Meanwhile, Muncy took a blow against Athens on Friday, falling 41-14. The Indians have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hughesville picked up their first home win, bumping their record up to 3-6. As for Muncy, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-4.
Hughesville barely slipped by Muncy when the teams last played back in October of 2024, winning 28-27. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was the Indians' Austin Johnson, who rushed for 127 yards and one score. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for the Spartans to walk away with another win? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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