Columbus City - South recap September 24, 2013
Eastmoor Academy was the team that gained the most ground in the standings this week, jumping from sixth to third in Columbus City - South. The Warriors beat West 58-6 earlier in the week.
The Cowboys fell to Eastmoor Academy 58-6 last week, the largest margin of any game.
Malik Harrison and Jaisean Johnson gave Walnut Ridge a balanced attack through the air and ground last week. Harrison threw for 82 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Johnson ran for 173 yards. Teammate Harrison added to the ground attack by rushing for 98 yards.
Harrison and Johnson gave the Scots a balanced attack in passing and rushing last week.
Omar Alfred was the best wideout in the league this week as Marion-Franklin bested Independence. Alfred tallied 6 receptions for 122 yards.
Harrison put up the best numbers through the air as Walnut Ridge beat South.
Johnson was the best running back in the league this week.
Johnson was a passing and rushing force as Byron Mattox's team bested the Bulldogs.
6-foot-4 quarterback Harrison of the Scots is the league leader in passing yards this season with 404. He has also thrown 3 touchdowns. The leading receiver in the league this season is Iman Lowery. The Independence star has 18 catches for 181 yards.
The top two teams in Columbus City - South will face off this week when first place Walnut Ridge takes on second place Marion-Franklin. Last week, Walnut Ridge defeated South, while the Red Devils topped the 76ers.
The top two defenses in the league will face off this season when Marion-Franklin takes on the Scots. The Red Devils have allowed 55 points this season, while Walnut Ridge has given up 43. Marion-Franklin allowed 18 points last week as it defeated Independence.
Story is based on stats entered in MaxPreps by Tuesday 5am PST each week.
