Hillsboro was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss dating back to last season. They lost to the Gillespie Miners on the road by a 21-7 margin. The Hiltoppers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Miners apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Hillsboro lost, don't look at Amony Anderson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 75 yards and a touchdown on only five carries. The dominant performance gave Anderson a new career-high in rushing yards.
Hillsboro's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Gillespie, the win snapped their losing streak at 12 games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-3 record.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hillsboro will face off against Litchfield/Mt. Olive at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Gillespie, they will challenge Staunton/Bunker Hill at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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