After some red-hot attacks on offense in their last three contests, Bunker Hill finally came back down to earth on Friday. They were dealt a 28-0 loss at the hands of the Maiden Blue Devils. The match marked the first time this season in which the Bears were not able to get on the board.
Eli Davis Helms threw for 49 yards on six of 17 attempts.
Cole Lineberger was his top target, rushing for 41 yards, while also picking up 32 receiving yards.
Josh Stover looked great while leading his team to the win, picking up 149 receiving yards and a touchdown, while also punching in a rushing score. He was no stranger to the big play, lighting up the secondary with a catch that went for 53 yards.
With the defeat, Bunker Hill broke their three-game winning streak and moved their record to 5-2. As for Maiden, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 6-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bunker Hill will welcome Newton-Conover at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The timing is sure in Bunker Hill's favor as the team sits on 11 straight wins at home (dating back to last season) while Newton-Conover has been banged up by four consecutive losses on the road. As for Maiden, they will host Lincolnton at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Maiden's defense has only allowed 12.2 points per game this season, so Lincolnton's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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