Football Recap: Milford Mill Academy Takes Down Hereford in a Playoff Battle

By Team Reports Nov 17, 2024, 9:54am

Football Recap: Milford Mill Academy Millers vs. Hereford Bulls

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Milford Mill Academy had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They blew past the Hereford Bulls 42-7 on Friday. The Millers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matches by 28 points or more this season.

Damon Ferguson Jr. was his usual excellent self, rushing for 144 yards and three touchdowns on only five carries. His longest rush was for an impressive 60 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Another back making a difference was Dajuan Nelson, who rushed for 87 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries.

Milford Mill Academy was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 359 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 213 rushing yards in three consecutive matchups.

Milford Mill Academy's win was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 9-1. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 36.4 points. As for Hereford, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-4.

Milford Mill Academy will challenge New Town on Friday. New Town will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Milford Mill Academy surely won't give up without a fight. Hereford does not have any more games scheduled as of now.

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