Football Recap: Kennedy Thunderbirds vs. Pioneer Valley Panthers
Kennedy can finally bid farewell to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They blew past the Pioneer Valley Panthers 38-6 at home. The Thunderbirds' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Jace Demacabalin was a one-man wrecking crew for Kennedy as he rushed for 230 yards and a touchdown while picking up 11.5 yards per carry. That's the most rushing yards Demacabalin has posted since back in August of 2023.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Kennedy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 418 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 167 rushing yards in 16 consecutive matches dating back to last season.
Kennedy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Pioneer Valley, they now have a losing record at 1-2-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kennedy will face off against Independence at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both might be coming in a bit winded given these two teams combined for 929 yards in their previous games. As for Pioneer Valley, they will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Cabrillo at 7:00 p.m. on September 26th.
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