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Saskatoon Hilltops cruise to 53-16 win over the Edmonton Wildcats

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WATCH ABOVE: The Saskatoon Hilltops cruise to a 53-16 win over the Edmonton Wildcats in Prairie Football Conference action – Sep 4, 2016

The Saskatoon Hilltops got back in the win column, downing the Edmonton Wildcats 53-16 on Sunday afternoon in Prairie Football Conference (PFC) action.

The Hilltops put 21 points on the board in the first quarter and never looked back.

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Josh Ewanchyna rushed for 179 yards on 18 carries and also scored three touchdowns while Adam Machart added another 118 yards on the ground along with a touchdown.

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Quarterback Jared Andreychuck completed 13 of 18 passes for 244 yards and three touchdowns.

Jason Price had five receptions for 125 yards and two touchdowns.

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The Hilltops defence held the winless Wildcats to just one rushing yard in the game and only 251 yards of total offence.

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With the win, the Hilltops improve to 3-1.

The Hilltops are back in action this Saturday when they take on provincial rivals the Regina Thunder (3-1). Game time is 7 p.m. at Saskatoon’s SMF Field.

The Wildcats take on the undefeated Edmonton Huskies on Saturday at Clarke Field. Kickoff is 7 p.m.

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