Huron (10-1) is coming off of a 44 -27 victory over Trenton while Thurston (8-3) defeated Divine Child 37-17. These two teams met twice in the 1950’s with Thurston winning once and the two teams tying the other.
Huron is riding an 8 game winning streak behind the big play ability of QB Matt Hartwick and WR Devin Collins. The Chief offense is capable of grinding things out with junior RB Jacob Fryer runnng behind a solid offensive line.
Last week Huron was lit up by Trenton through the air as the Trojans threw for over 300 yards. The Chiefs usually do just enough defensively to give their offense a chance to win. Chase McKay and Jon Krug have been steady all year along with LB Steele White.
Thurston comes into the game winning 7 straight and appear to be playing their best football of the season. The Eagles have a two-headed monster at RB with Chris Johnson and Laymon Giddings-Whatley. QB Travis Wessenberg is a 6-4, 195 lb senior capable of throwing the ball if the Eagles running game struggles.
The defense which gives up about 16 ppg is led by Alonzo McKoy who had a huge game in the Eagles week 1 playoff victory over Mumford.
It’s hard to believe that either of these teams are one win away from a birth in the state semi-finals. Both teams have been good enough defensively to put themselves potentially in a position to make it to Ford Field. Tough call here, but I will go with the home team. Prediction: Huron 23 Thurston 21
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Bring the blankies boys. Gonna be a cold one tonight.
MJ
I totally agree Huron did not choose who they play the just play who is on the schedule. ....enjoying the ride NEVER want it end .....just remember boys these are memories that no one xan take away
And that's really what this is about at the end of the day. Even if Huron loses tonight, not one kid on that field has anything to be really sad about.... it's a game and they are one of only 64 11-man teams still playing in this state. I bet I know another 192 teams that made the playoffs anyway that would LOVE to be in their shoes this evening.
The kids need to breathe, look around and enjoy the moment, good bracket or lousy bracket, win or lose, its all gravy at this point for both teams. Have fun and revel in what it is...
And GO CHIEFS!!!
Lighten up Alice...
I am enjoying the ride.
Who cares who had an easy bracket? Line them up and play.
Huron has played everyone that has lined up in front of them. They have risen to the challenge so far. Thurston - another test, should be a close game. Line them up and play.
So what happens if OLSM gets upset this weekend? Dewitt lost last week...it happens....Does that belittle anything this region has done? No, line them up and play.
Good Luck Huron...hold onto the ball...wrap up on tackles....be the deepest defender on the field....hit the big backs low...keep your emotions in check.. and STAY WARM..lol
Good Luck as well SMCC.
This is fun guys, relish in it.
My son is making memories, for both him and me.
MJ
Redford Thurston (8-3) @ New Boston Huron (10-1): I can't believe one of these teams will be a state semifinalist. The winner better enjoy it while it lasts... HURON BY 1
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This is the comment from you that started it all. "Huron really hasn't played anyone decent all year. Their only loss came at the hands of SMCC and that was a blowout. I really do not know what to expect out of them against this team. I watched the Huron/SMCC game and was expecting a lot more out of them. They have some good players, but have they really been tested? Everyone wants to make Riverview a powerhouse, but they were fakes. Continued success, Huron. Just don't get ahead of yourselves.
I simply called you disingenuous, which I believe is true. Nobody is over hyping Huron. Everyone on here think it is going to be an evenly matched game. I picked Huron in the original post based on home field. You tried to discredit their 10-1 season, everyone responded with what they believe. No over hype, just facts based on a 10 win season thus far.
Anyone who says that ALL the teams in Hurons Region did not get a favorable draw are being disingenuous. All those teams got an easy draw. Whoever wins vs Thurston and huron will find out the next week what a tough draw feels like.
I'm sorry. Huron has the winningest football program on the face of the earth. They have defeated everyone in their path. Mountains crumble at the very mention of their name. They did NOT lose a single game this year, they just ran out of time.
Is that better?
Let me try again in simple English.
Huron has good team. Me happy for YOU. Team deserves much happiness and success.
The Huron football team is good, but you fans are freakin' delusional!
Anon,
Where exactly was the compliment through your previous rebuttals? There wasn't.. unless you call saying "you have such a good team BUT... (INSERT CONTRADICTING STATEMENT HERE)". You say compliment and realistic; i say mad that Huron is having success. Keep your "compliment" sir. Huron has enough true blue fans that compliment them enough.
And what does scheduling a banquet have to do with anything? Its a celebration for finishing off another season of football... not a show boat parade. Good day tho.
KC
Kick butt HURON !