Football Recap: Joel Barlow Skates Past Stratford with Ease

By Team Reports Oct 23, 2024, 9:49am

Football Recap: Joel Barlow Falcons vs. Stratford Red Devils

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A well-balanced attack led Joel Barlow over Stratford in every quarter on their way to victory on Friday. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that the Joel Barlow Falcons blew the Stratford Red Devils out of the water with a 35-0 final score. That looming 35-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Falcons yet this season.

It was another big night for Scott Romano, who rushed for 168 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 carries. His longest rush was for an impressive 65 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Luke Bishop was another key back, gaining 97 total yards and a touchdown.

Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Joel Barlow was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 314 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in November of 2023.

Joel Barlow now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Stratford, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Joel Barlow will face off against Notre Dame Prep at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Notre Dame Prep's defense has only allowed 12.8 points per game this season, so Joel Barlow's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Stratford, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Newtown at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Newtown is coming into the game with three straight victories at home, so Stratford will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.

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