It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Betsy Layne had no problem doing just that on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 40-18 margin over the Knott County Central Patriots. The Bobcats might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matches by 22 points or more this season.
Andrew Mccutcheon was his usual excellent self, rushing for 263 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 11.0 yards per carry. His longest rush was for an incredible 94 yards.
Betsy Layne was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 409 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 174 rushing yards in 11 consecutive games.
Betsy Layne didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Connor Bentley.
Betsy Layne's record is now 9-2. As for Knott County Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-4 record this season.
Betsy Layne will challenge Prestonsburg at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Betsy Layne is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 38.5 points per game this season. Knott County Central does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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