It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Milford had no problem doing just that on Friday. They walked away with a 35-24 victory over the Duchesne Eagles. For the Tigers, this counts as revenge for the 16-9 win the Eagles walked away with the last time they faced one another back in October of 2023.
Milford's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Sadler Barnes, who picked up 144 receiving yards and a touchdown. Barnes also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making eight total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending two passes. Griffin Walker made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Milford wouldn't let Duchesne keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Judd Netto, Walker, and Boston Sullivan picked up one apiece.
When it comes to explaining why Duchesne lost, don't look at Nashden Goodliffe. Despite the final result, he threw for 200 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 84 yards. Rhett Clayburn was another key player, picking up 68 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Milford's record is now 8-3. As for Duchesne, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 5-6.
Milford will square off against Beaver at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Beaver will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Milford surely won't give up without a fight. Duchesne does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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