Horizon lost against Mullen back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Horizon Hawks lost 40-14 to the Mullen Mustangs. The Hawks were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 28-7.
When it comes to explaining why Horizon lost, don't look at Jeremiah Martinez. Despite the final result, he rushed for 108 yards and a touchdown, and also caught a touchdown. Martinez's rushing production has been exceptional as that marked his sixth straight game with at least 108 rushing yards.
Dante Dupuch was his usual excellent self, rushing for 162 yards and three touchdowns for Mullen. With that strong performance, Dupuch is now averaging an impressive 105.4 rushing yards per game. Mason Bonner was in the mix as well, providing Mullen with two touchdowns.
Horizon's defeat dropped their record down to 3-6. As for Mullen, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 3-6 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Horizon will take on Erie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Erie is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 28.9 points per game this season. As for Mullen, they will square off against Rangeview at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Rangeview is coming into the match with three straight victories at home, so Mullen will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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