Football Recap: Garrett Metcalfe Leads a Balanced Attack to Beat Royal Valley

Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy was handed a 30-point defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Royal Valley Panthers 27-24. Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Garrett Metcalfe led the charge by rushing for seven yards and two scores, while also throwing for 77 yards and one TD. Metcalfe also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, forcing one fumble and making six total tackles. Kaden Baker was another key receiver, picking up 52 receiving yards and one touchdown.

Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Royal Valley, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy will venture away from home to face off against Jefferson West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Royal Valley, they will head out to take on Atchison County on Friday.