Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Montour). They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat the Blackhawk Cougars 49-8 on the road. The Spartans' win was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
A big part of Montour's victory came down to the chemistry between Trey Hopper and his top target Daniel Batch. Hopper threw for 296 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 13.5 yards per attempt while Batch picked up 117 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Batch also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making four total tackles and defending a pass. Andrew Alston did his part to keep the secondary busy, picking up 99 receiving yards.
Montour's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Alston and James Bundridge.
Montour's win was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-0. As for Blackhawk, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-3.
Montour will welcome New Castle at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Montour's defense has only allowed 9.5 points per game this season, so New Castle's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Blackhawk, they will take on Ambridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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