Union Grove and West De Pere squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Union Grove had to settle for second. They were outmatched by the Phantoms and fell 42-14. While losing is never fun, the Broncos can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Wisconsin football rankings (they are ranked 73rd, while the Phantoms are ranked third).
Ryan Lutz continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for West De Pere, rushing for 270 yards and one TD while picking up 10.8 yards per carry, and also picking up 46 receiving yards and one score. Lutz really tore up the turf during one magnificent 87-yard run. Another player making a difference was Patrick Greisen, who threw for 263 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 10.5 yards per attempt.
Union Grove's defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 10-2. As for West De Pere, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 12-0.
Union Grove does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for West De Pere, they will face off against Homestead at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Highlanders' defense has only allowed 12.2 points per game this season, so the Phantoms' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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