Hilliard was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat dating back to last season. They had to suffer through a 42-12 loss at the hands of the Branford Buccaneers. The Red Flashes lost against the Buccaneers in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 21-18 score last time.
Ethan Garland and Cale Libby certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Garland picked up 142 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while Libby threw for 183 yards and two touchdowns. Garland was no stranger to the big play, connecting on a big catch that went for 65 yards.
It was another big night for Maurice Vought, who rushed for 226 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries for Branford.
Hilliard's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Branford, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
Hilliard will be playing at home against Crescent City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Branford, they will welcome Saints Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Branford's defense has only allowed 17 points per game this season, so Saints Academy's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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