Football Recap: Farrell Steelers vs. Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion]
Farrell and Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion] squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Farrell had to settle for second. They took a blow against the Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion] Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion], falling 41-6. While losing is never fun, the Steelers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania football rankings (they are ranked 202nd, while Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion] are ranked 44th).
When it comes to explaining why Farrell lost, don't look at Juelz Johnson. Despite the final result, he rushed for 138 yards and a touchdown. Johnson didn't just play on offense: he also forced a fumble and made 14 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Farrell didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Julius Phillips Jr.
It was another big night for Jase Ferguson, who rushed for 139 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 146 yards and two touchdowns for Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion]. With that strong performance, Ferguson is now averaging an impressive 102.4 rushing yards per game. Another player making a difference was Ethan Rex, who gained 61 total yards and three touchdowns.
Farrell's loss dropped their record down to 7-6. As for Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion], the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 12-0.
Farrell does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion], their road trip will continue as they head out to face Cambria Heights at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. One thing working in Central Clarion [Clarion/Clarion-Limestone/North Clarion]'s favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last eight games.
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