Klamath Union can finally bid farewell to their nine-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They slipped by the La Pine Hawks 27-26.
Klamath Union's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Levi Hicks led the charge by rushing for 64 yards and two touchdowns, while also picking up 57 receiving yards and a touchdown. Hicks didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack, made eight total tackles (2.0 for loss), and defended a pass. Octavio Ortega did his part to keep the secondary busy, picking up 83 receiving yards.
Klamath Union's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Ortega and Waukeen Saluskin.
The victory got Klamath Union back to even at 1-1. As for La Pine, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Klamath Union will welcome South Umpqua at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Klamath Union is out to stop a five-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season. As for La Pine, they will host Madras at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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