'Skins fall to Upperman in a playoff heartbreaker

LOUDON — Loudon’s football season came to an end Friday, Nov. 6, as the Redskins fell 33-27 in overtime to the Upperman Bees in the opening round of the playoffs.Playing without several key contributors, Loudon battled Upperman in a back-and-forth contest before a missed extra point late in regulation prevented the Redskins from taking the lead.Upperman stopped Loudon at the line of scrimmage during the Redskins’ overtime possession before scoring on its ensuing possession to secure the victory.Loudon coach Jeff Harig said he was proud of his team’s effort, particularly after injuries and absences forced younger players into significant roles. The Redskins entered the playoffs following a 7-3 regular season.“I’m proud of our guys,” Harig said. “Due to the people we had out, we had some younger players take their first meaningful varsity snaps.

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