Schuylkill Valley hadn't done well against Berks Catholic recently (they were 0-6 in their previous six matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Schuylkill Valley Panthers secured a 20-14 W over the Berks Catholic Saints. The victory was familiar territory for the Panthers who have now won three games in a row.
Berks Catholic's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Bryce Gumby, who rushed for 126 yards and a touchdown, and also picked up 63 receiving yards. Nathaniel Rose handled things on the ground, rushing for 126 yards.
Schuylkill Valley's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Berks Catholic, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Schuylkill Valley will welcome Columbia at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Schuylkill Valley will be looking to keep their eight-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Berks Catholic, they will host Kutztown at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Berks Catholic is facing Kutztown at the right time seeing as Kutztown is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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