Highlands Ranch and Grand Junction squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Highlands Ranch had to settle for second. They took a hard 48-32 fall against the Tigers. The Falcons' loss continues a trend for the team, making it six in a row.
Several Falcons players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was George West, who picked up 173 receiving yards and two touchdowns. West's longest reception was for an incredible 72 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Rylan Hume, who threw for 356 yards and three TDs.
Grand Junction got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Andrew Neese out in front who threw for 200 yards and five touchdowns on only 11 passes. Those five passing touchdowns gave Neese a new career-high. Grand Junction's leading receiver Drew Marsh was Neese's top target yet again, picking up 102 receiving yards and three scores.
Highlands Ranch's defeat dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Grand Junction, they pushed their record up to 9-2 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.
Highlands Ranch does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Grand Junction, they are taking a road trip to take on Heritage at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers' defense better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 33.7 points per game this season.
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