After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Riverdale Ridge, Longmont was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They put the hurt on the Skyline Falcons with a sharp 48-28 victory. The high-scoring effort was just what the Trojans needed considering they were shutout in their previous match.
Longmont's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jacob Foot, who picked up 233 receiving yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 31 yards. Foot's longest reception was for an incredible 71 yards. Kolby Holmes was another key passer, throwing for 383 yards and six touchdowns while completing 87.5% of his passes.
Longmont's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-6. As for Skyline, their loss was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-8.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Longmont and Grand Junction Central are set to duel on Friday. As for Skyline, they will head out to square off against Adams City at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Skyline is facing Adams City at the right time seeing as Adams City is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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