Elkton/Lake Benton has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 12.25 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They took a 40-35 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Hamlin Chargers. That makes it the first time this season the Elks have let down their home crowd.
Hamlin's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jackson Wadsworth, who rushed for 17 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 193 yards and a touchdown. Wadsworth was even better on defense, picking up a sack and making 12 total tackles (2.0 for loss). Another rusher making a difference was Mason Trowbridge, who rushed for 80 yards and a touchdown.
Having lost for the first time this season, Elkton/Lake Benton fell to 7-1. As for Hamlin, they pushed their record up to 8-0 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road.
The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Elkton/Lake Benton will welcome Great Plains Lutheran on Thursday. Elkton/Lake Benton's defense has only allowed 12.2 points per game this season, so Great Plains Lutheran's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Hamlin, they will face off against Waubay/Summit at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hamlin knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past eight matches -- so hopefully Waubay/Summit likes a good challenge.
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