Crystal Springs Uplands won the last time they faced Harker, and things went their way on Thursday too. The Crystal Springs Uplands Gryphons blew past the Harker Eagles 44-13 at home. The Gryphons might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three contests by 31 points or more this season.
Crystal Springs Uplands' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Rohan Dalal led the charge by picking up 143 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Dalal also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble and making four total tackles. Teague Durkin was another key signal caller, throwing for 159 yards and four touchdowns while completing 73.3% of his passes.
Crystal Springs Uplands wouldn't let Harker keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Crystal Springs Uplands can thank Dalal and Max Slavet for forcing both of them. Slavet also set a new season high mark in rushing yards with 82.
The win (which was Crystal Springs Uplands' third in a row) raised their record to 3-1. As for Harker, the loss snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-2 record.
Crystal Springs Uplands will play host again on Friday to welcome Anzar, where kickoff is scheduled at 3:30 p.m. Anzar is coming into the game with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Crystal Springs Uplands will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for Harker, they will face off against Pinewood at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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