AA - Eastern Top Player Performances of the Week
Congratulations to this week's top players! We're covering the best performances in games played on Thursday and Friday (using all statistics entered as of the time of writing). Enjoy!
Carter Dahlke Dazzles in Gallatin Victory
Gallatin picked up their sixth consecutive win on Friday thanks in part to Carter Dahlke. Dahlke turned in nothing short of a gem, picking up 136 receiving yards and three touchdowns, while also rushing for 74 yards on only seven carries. He didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack, made four total tackles, and defended three passes.
Gallatin's victory was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-0. Dahlke and Gallatin will challenge Belgrade at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Gamescore: 59.85
A Season-Best Performance from CJ Johnson Leads Billings West over Bozeman
On Friday, Billings West got the W thanks in part to CJ Johnson playing the best football he has all season. Johnson threw for 404 yards and four touchdowns while completing 72% of his passes.
The win for Billings West keeps them at an undefeated 6-0. Johnson and Billings West are taking a road trip to face off against Great Falls at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Gamescore: 41.03
Matt Ludwig Delivers Best Performance of Season
Billings West was led to victory by Matt Ludwig, who turned in his biggest game of the season on Friday. Ludwig picked up 192 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also punched in a rushing score. He showed off some serious burst, cutting upfield on a catch for 62 yards.
Ludwig must have Bozeman's number; he was a force to be reckoned with the last time he faced them too. Ludwig rushed for 124 yards and a touchdown the last time he and the Hawks duked it out back in September of 2023.
Gamescore: 38.37
Kale Konecny Sets Career High in Rushing Yards
Kale Konecny posted a new career-high in rushing yards on Thursday. He rushed for 158 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 9.3 yards per carry.
Billings Senior moved to 2-4 with that win, which also ended their four-game losing streak. Konecny and Billings Senior will square off against Skyview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Gamescore: 36.80
Other Notable Players
- Grant Vigen: 160 yards passing (Gamescore: 27.17)
- Cohen Groener: 50 yards receiving, 2 TDs (Gamescore: 20.92)
- Kash Embry: 102 yards passing; 46 yards rushing, 1 TD (Gamescore: 20.90)
- Liam Gage: 1 sack and 6 total tackles (3.5 for loss) (Gamescore: 19.25)
- Hunter Lee: 1.5 sacks and 7 total tackles (2.5 for loss) (Gamescore: 18.50)
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
