Frenchtown, Manhattan advance in state football playoffs

Frenchtown Broncs secured a commanding 56-19 victory over Polson in the first round of the Class A playoffs on Friday. Eli Nahapation opened the scoring with a 90-yard kickoff return, and running back Jake Forthover contributed four touchdowns, including a pass from his brother Cody. Polson's quarterback Case Cox returned to the lineup, throwing for 241 yards and three touchdowns despite the loss. Meanwhile, the Manhattan Tigers triumphed 55-16 against Eureka, with Tyson Pavlik throwing three touchdown passes and rushing for two more. Eureka's Michael Van Gilder scored both of their touchdowns, but Manhattan maintained control throughout the match. Both Frenchtown and Manhattan will play in quarterfinal games next week.

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