Elkhart entered their tilt with Mishawaka Marian on Friday with six consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with seven. They were the clear victor by a 26-0 margin over the Mishawaka Marian Knights. The result was nothing new for the Lions, who have now won four contests by 21 points or more so far this season.
It was another big night for Novell Miller, who rushed for 90 yards and two touchdowns. The team also got some help courtesy of Zach Anderson, who picked up 97 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Elkhart didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Frankie Willis, Nick Bosworth, and Tyrique House picked up one apiece. Bosworth also set a new season high mark in total tackles with ten. Another thorn in Mishawaka Marian's side was Carmine Orozco, who picked up two sacks, made nine total tackles (3.0 for loss), and defended a pass.
Elkhart was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 223 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Mishawaka Marian only rushed for 85.
Elkhart's victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 7-1. As for Mishawaka Marian, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Elkhart will face off against South Bend Adams at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Elkhart's defense has only allowed 6.9 points per game this season, so South Bend Adams' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Mishawaka Marian, they will challenge South Bend Riley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mishawaka Marian is facing South Bend Riley at the right time seeing as South Bend Riley is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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