Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Lowell couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They had to suffer through a 46-0 loss at the hands of the Heppner Mustangs. The defensive woes were uncharacteristic for the Devils, who until this game were averaging 14.55 points allowed.
Carter Harris threw for 121 yards on six of 16 attempts. Carson Ewan was his top target, picking up 56 receiving yards.
Heppner's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Keaton Coiner led the charge by picking up 135 receiving yards and two TDs. Coiner really caught the secondary sleeping when he pulled down a catch that went for 83 yards. Alakae Rodriguez was in the mix too, providing Heppner with two touchdowns.
Lowell's loss ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-2. As for Heppner, the win keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Lowell does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Heppner, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 56-16 victory against St. Paul on the 22nd.
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