Football Preview: Conrad Weiser Scouts vs. Solanco Golden Mules
The Conrad Weiser Scouts will take on the Solanco Golden Mules at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Solanco is hoping to do what Manheim Central couldn't on Friday: put an end to Conrad Weiser's winning streak, which now stands at five games. Conrad Weiser blew past Manheim Central 38-3 at home. Considering the Scouts have won four games by more than 23 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Donovan Gingrich was his usual excellent self, rushing for 119 yards on only 13 carries, while also throwing for 118 yards and two touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. Another player making a difference was Javien Rivera, who rushed for 71 yards and two touchdowns.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Conrad Weiser was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 218 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Manheim Central only rushed for 31.
Meanwhile, Solanco scored the most points they've had all season on Thursday, but it wasn't enough. They took a 57-50 hit to the loss column at the hands of Eastern York. The Golden Mules have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Despite the defeat, Solanco got top-tier performance from Johnny Garcia, who rushed for 363 yards and six touchdowns while picking up 15.8 yards per carry. Garcia's longest rush was for an incredible 71 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Kris Burgos-Wise, who rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown on only six carries.
Conrad Weiser's victory bumped their record up to 5-0. As for Solanco, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. Conrad Weiser has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 196 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Solanco struggles in that department as they've been averaging 347.2. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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