Hughson has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 14.62 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Wednesday. They lost 35-15 to the Escalon Cougars. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Huskies have suffered since September 7th.
Leah Hobby threw for 231 yards and two touchdowns.
Raegan Barstow was her top target, picking up 70 receiving yards.
Escalon found their leader in underclassman Arianna Velasco, who threw for 117 yards and five touchdowns while completing 73.3% of her passes, and also rushed for 35 yards. Another player making a difference was Jasmine Barron, who gained 103 total yards and a touchdown.
The defeat snapped Hughson's winning streak at four games and leaves them with a 8-5 record. As for Escalon, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 7-9 record this season.
Hughson will head out on the road to square off against Orestimba at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Orestimba will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something Hughson surely won't give up without a fight. As for Escalon, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Ripon at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Escalon is facing Ripon at the right time seeing as Ripon is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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