Lindhurst lost to Highlands back in September of 2022, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Lindhurst Blazers put the hurt on the Highlands Scots with a sharp 41-15 win. Considering the Blazers have won three matches by more than 25 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Henri Reed was his usual excellent self, rushing for 191 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 10.1 yards per carry, and also picking up 34 receiving yards and a touchdown. He also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, picking up a sack and making 12 total tackles. Lindhurst also got a significant boost from Andrew Redfield, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 122 yards.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Lindhurst was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 343 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 190 rushing yards in five consecutive games.
Lindhurst didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Carlos Raya and Chan Hicks.
Despite the loss, Highlands still got an impressive performance from Walter Lewis, who rushed for 103 yards on only 11 carries, and also threw for 166 yards and a touchdown.
Lindhurst's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-3. As for Highlands, their defeat ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 5-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lindhurst will face off against Vacaville Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Lindhurst is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 32.1 points per game this season. As for Highlands, they will challenge San Juan at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. San Juan is coming into the matchup with five straight losses at home, meaning Highlands will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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