Football Recap: Warren Central Warriors vs. Perry Meridian Falcons
Warren Central had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They never let the Perry Meridian Falcons onto the board and left with a 48-0 win on Friday. Considering the Warriors have won six matchups by more than 28 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Warren Central's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but JAMES CLARK led the charge by rushing for 91 yards and two touchdowns. CLARK was no stranger to the big play, turning on the jets for a run that went for 56 yards. Another rusher making a difference was KENDALL GARNETT III, who rushed for 68 yards and a touchdown on only six carries.
Warren Central was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 235 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Perry Meridian only rushed for 13.
One reason for the win was Warren Central's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for five sacks. The heavy lifting was done by JERIMY FINCH JR. and TYRONE BURRUS JR., who racked up four sacks between them. FINCH JR. is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made five or more in the last three games he's played.
The victory (which was Warren Central's fourth in a row) raised their record to 10-1. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 30.5 points. As for Perry Meridian, they now have a losing record at 5-6.
Warren Central will welcome Center Grove at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Warren Central will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more points each match than the last. Perry Meridian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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