Football Recap: Perry Meridian Falls Short of Warren Central in the Playoffs

By Team Reports Nov 12, 2024, 5:03am

Football Recap: Perry Meridian Falcons vs. Warren Central Warriors

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It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Perry Meridian can now relate to. They were outmatched by the Warren Central Warriors on the road and fell 48-0. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Falcons were not able to get on the board.

Perry Meridian wouldn't let Warren Central keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Perry Meridian can thank Cory Horner and Garrett Eagan for forcing both of them.

Warren Central's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was JAMES CLARK, who rushed for 91 yards and two touchdowns. CLARK showed off some serious burst, cutting through the defense on one rush that went for 56 yards. KENDALL GARNETT III was another key back, rushing for 68 yards and a touchdown on only six carries.

Perry Meridian now has a losing record at 5-6. As for Warren Central, they pushed their record up to 10-1 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.

Perry Meridian does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Warren Central, they will face off against Center Grove at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Warren Central knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past four games -- so hopefully Center Grove likes a good challenge.

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