Huntley Project extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Friday, dropping them down to 0-3. They were two points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 20-18 heartbreaker at the hands of the Joliet J Hawks. The Red Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the J Hawks apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Despite the loss, Huntley Project saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Blake Ramaeker rushed for 61 yards and one touchdown, and also threw for 128 yards and one TD.
As for Joliet, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0. The wins came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 32.0 points this season.
Joliet got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Camden McQuillian out in front who rushed for 46 yards and one score, and also picked up 38 receiving yards and one touchdown. Gavin Thompson helped out on the ground, rushing for 117 yards.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Huntley Project will square off against rival Colstrip at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Joliet is set to face off against their familiar foe Roundup at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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