Tussey Mountain posted their biggest win since September 1, 2023 on Friday. They blew past the Southern Huntingdon County Rockets 28-6. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Titans also won the last time the pair played back in September of 2023.
Tussey Mountain got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Jax Garner out in front who picked up 79 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Garner didn't just play on offense: he also made five total tackles and defended a pass in addition to snagging an interception. Another passer making a difference was Landon Myers, who threw for 222 yards and three touchdowns.
Tussey Mountain's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Garner and Isaiah Gambol. Gambol also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making two total tackles and defending a pass in addition to snagging an interception.
The win got Tussey Mountain back to even at 1-1. As for Southern Huntingdon County, they are on a 12-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Tussey Mountain is headed away from home for the first time to face off against Windber at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Tussey Mountain is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Southern Huntingdon County, they will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Moshannon Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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