Football Preview: Sandhills Valley Mavericks vs. Ravenna Bluejays
The Sandhills Valley Mavericks will square off against the Ravenna Bluejays at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Ravenna is facing Sandhills Valley at the wrong time: Sandhills Valley suffered their first home loss of the season last Thursday and they're likely out for redemption. They lost 65-42 to South Loup. The Mavericks' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
Sandhills Valley's loss came about despite a quality game from Leyton Connell, who threw for 186 yards and three touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Ravenna faced Pleasanton in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Ravenna was outmatched by Pleasanton at home and fell 50-22. That makes it the first time this season the Bluejays have let down their home crowd.
Although Ravenna took the loss, they still got scores from Gavin Reisbeck, Trenton Wedemeyer, and Wedemeyer.
Ravenna wouldn't let Pleasanton keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Ravenna can thank Connor Paitz and Bryce Rasmussen for forcing both of them. Paitz is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last four games he's played dating back to last season.
Sandhills Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Ravenna, their loss ended a six-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 3-1.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Sandhills Valley has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 190.5 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Ravenna struggles in that department as they've been averaging 308.8. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other football content.
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