Orion lost against Rockridge back in October of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Chargers were outmatched by the Rockets and fell 50-7. While losing is never fun, the Chargers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 275th, while the Rockets are ranked 70th).
Kale Filler threw for 173 yards and one touchdown. Mason Laleman was his top target, picking up 100 receiving yards and one TD.
Orion is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-4. As for Rockridge, their victory was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-0.
Coming up, Orion will welcome Erie-Prophetstown at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Rockridge, they will take on Mercer County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Rockets will be up against the Golden Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 34.8 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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