On FridayPieper's undefeated season almost came to an end. They had just enough and edged the Smithson Valley Rangers out 39-36. Pieper's win was all the more impressive since the Rangers were averaging only 14.6 points allowed on the season.
Pieper got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was John Hamilton out in front who rushed for 81 yards and two touchdowns. Cayden Keeth also helped out by tossing the rock for 275 yards.
Pieper wouldn't let Smithson Valley keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Pieper can thank Ben Chapman and Aidan Webb for forcing both of them. Raja Lopez was another major factor on D, making 11 total tackles (3.0 for loss) and defending a pass.
Pieper pushed their record up to 5-0 with the win, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Smithson Valley, their loss ended an eight-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 3-2.
After each having a week off, Pieper and Seguin will shake off the cobwebs and take on one another at 7:00 p.m. on October 11th. Pieper knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 points or more in their past five contests -- so hopefully Seguin likes a good challenge. As for Smithson Valley, they will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Wagner at 7:00 p.m. on October 11th. Smithson Valley's defense has only allowed 14.6 points per game this season, so Wagner's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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