Hillman had to endure a six-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 14-12 victory over the Posen Vikings on Friday. The Tigers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Hillman got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Evan Crane out in front who picked up 86 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Another rusher making a difference was Easton Hunt, who rushed for 146 yards.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Hillman was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 235 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Hillman's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Posen, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Hillman will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Atlanta at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. Atlanta knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past three games -- so hopefully Hillman likes a good challenge. Posen does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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