Lowell won the last time they faced Illinois Valley, and things went their way on Friday too. The Lowell Devils came out on top against the Illinois Valley Cougars by a score of 61-54.
When it comes to explaining why Illinois Valley lost, don't look at Zack Dugas. Despite the final result, he threw for 313 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 82 yards. That's the most rushing yards Dugas has posted since back in September of 2023. 105 of those passing yards were hauled in by Preston Arroyo.
Lowell pushed their record up to 1-1 with that win, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Illinois Valley, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 1-1.
Lowell will welcome Bonanza at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Illinois Valley, they will head out on the road to square off against Colton at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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