It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Riverton had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They managed a 40-36 win over the Eureka Tornadoes. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Rams also won the last time the pair played back in October of 2021.
Eureka's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Peyton Hare, who threw for 158 yards and three touchdowns, and also rushed for 77 yards and a touchdown. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Tj Mills, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Riverton moved to 4-5 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Eureka, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-3.
Riverton will head out to square off against Humboldt at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Humboldt's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last seven games. Eureka does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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