Granite Falls has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 14.75 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They came up short against the Blaine Borderites, falling 47-22. That makes it the first time this season the Tigers have let down their home crowd.
Granite Falls' loss came despite strong showings from Beau Everson and Aaron Umanzor. Everson gained 87 total yards and a touchdown, while Umanzor rushed for 39 yards and a touchdown. An impressive showing, but Everson really ramped things up playing D: he forced a fumble, made eight total tackles, and made eight total tackles. Granite Falls also got a significant boost from Rydon Kuahuia, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 87 yards.
Having lost for the first time this season, Granite Falls fell to 3-1. As for Blaine, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Granite Falls is taking a road trip to challenge Bellingham at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Granite Falls is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road dating back to last season. As for Blaine, they will challenge Lynden Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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