Highlands Ranch got themselves on the board against Aurora Central on Thursday, but Aurora Central never followed suit. They blew past the Aurora Central Trojans 42-0 on the road. The Falcons' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
Crew Gerig went supernova for Highlands Ranch, throwing for 193 yards and four touchdowns while completing 85.7% of his passes, and also punching in a rushing score. Gerig is on a roll when it comes to passing touchdowns, as he's now passed for three or more in the last three games he's played dating back to last season. Luke Bakken helped Gerig out on the ground, rushing for 105 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries.
Highlands Ranch's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-1. As for Aurora Central, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Highlands Ranch will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Thomas Jefferson at 7:00 p.m. on September 20th. As for Aurora Central, they will challenge Gateway at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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