Middlesex extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 2-6. They were beaten by the Kennedy Memorial Mustangs 42-0. The Bluejays were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Mustangs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
As for Kennedy Memorial, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 6-2. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Kennedy Memorial was led to victory by Richie Trotman and Fiheem Howell. Trotman threw for 177 yards and two TDs while completing 77.8% of his passes, while Howell rushed for 101 yards and a pair of scores. Howell's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 101 rushing yards. 115 of Trotman's passing yards were hauled in by Grant Lorentzen, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Looking ahead, Middlesex will welcome Belvidere at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Kennedy Memorial, they are taking a road trip to square off against South Plainfield at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average (the Mustangs 14.9, the Tigers 13.8) so any points scored will be well earned.
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