Football Recap: Olympia Spartans vs. New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly Vipers
Olympia entered their contest against New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly on Friday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Olympia Spartans took a 21-14 hit to the loss column at the hands of the New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly Vipers. The Spartans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Vipers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Olympia lost, don't look at Brendon Hardimon. Despite the final result, he rushed for 76 yards and a touchdown on only six carries. Hardimon's longest rush was for an incredible 72 yards.
It was another big night for Clark Anthony Nelson, who rushed for 132 yards and two touchdowns for New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly. Anthony Nelson's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his seventh straight game with at least 102 rushing yards dating back to last season. Drew Johnson got in on the action as well, returning a kick for a touchdown.
This is the second loss in a row for Olympia and nudges their season record down to 4-2. As for New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Olympia wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 61-33 defeat against Maroa-Forsyth on the 11th. As for New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 39-7 loss against Williamsville on the 11th.
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