There's no place like home for Mendenhall, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Harrison Central Red Rebels on Friday, sneaking past 24-21. The Tigers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Mendenhall's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Ja'Kobe Davison, who rushed for 146 yards and a touchdown while picking up 9.1 yards per carry. Mendenhall also got help from Henry Funchess, who showed off his sure hands for 80 receiving yards.
Mendenhall was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 228 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2023.
The win got Mendenhall back to even at 2-2. As for Harrison Central, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-3.
Mendenhall wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next match, a 13-0 loss against Forest on the 4th. Harrison Central has also already played their next contest, a 31-17 defeat against Meridian on the 4th.
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