After only ten points in their last matchup, Herriman made sure to put some points up on the board against Copper Hills on Friday. The Herriman Mustangs walked away with a 36-25 win over the Copper Hills Grizzlies. The Mustangs' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
A big part of Herriman's victory came down to the chemistry between Bryce Benson and his top target Tate Love. Benson threw for 209 yards and three touchdowns while Love picked up 75 receiving yards and two touchdowns. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 53 yards. Drayten Stilson made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Copper Hills' loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Maverick Bowles, who threw for 239 yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 65 yards on only nine carries.
Herriman's win ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-6. As for Copper Hills, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Herriman will host Corner Canyon at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Corner Canyon will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Herriman surely won't give up without a fight. As for Copper Hills, they will welcome Riverton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Copper Hills is facing Riverton at the right time seeing as Riverton is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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