Highland only won by three when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 38-point they dealt Manual on Friday. The Highland Huskies blew past the Manual Thunderbolts 46-8 at home. The Huskies might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matchups by 23 points or more this season.
John Bingley continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, throwing for 171 yards and two touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes, and also punching in a touchdown on the ground. A healthy portion of that aerial production (83 yards to be exact) went to Shane Sverak Jr., who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Highland didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Stetson Hendren. Brogan Palmer was another major factor on D, picking up two sacks, forcing two fumbles, and making six total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Highland pushed their record up to 5-1 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Manual, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Highland will host Estes Park at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Highland is facing Estes Park at the right time seeing as Estes Park is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Manual, they will welcome The Pinnacle at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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