Westerville Central couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were dealt a 34-0 loss at the hands of the Westerville North Warriors on Friday. The Warhawks lost against the Warriors in their previous head to head back in August of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 21-12 score last time.
Wyatt Mauger threw for 91 yards on ten of 17 attempts.
Elijah Harris was his top target, picking up 57 receiving yards. On the ground,
Ritt Burky rushed for 52 yards.
Ronald Jackson was a one-man wrecking crew for Westerville North as he threw for 164 yards and three touchdowns on only 14 passes, and also rushed for 52 yards and two touchdowns on only five carries. Another player making a difference was Kayden Childress, who picked up 86 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Westerville Central will challenge Westerville South at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Westerville Central is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Westerville North, they will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Olentangy Orange at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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