A win for Chartiers Valley just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were dealt a 49-7 defeat at the hands of the Thomas Jefferson Jaguars. While losing is never fun, the Colts can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania football rankings (they are ranked 251st, while the Jaguars are ranked 13th).
Tyler Eber was his usual excellent self, rushing for 152 yards and five touchdowns on only 13 carries for Thomas Jefferson. Eber's longest rush was for an impressive 61 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Another player making a difference was Brayden White, who picked up 122 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Chartiers Valley has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season. As for Thomas Jefferson, they pushed their record up to 9-0 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Chartiers Valley will square off against Ringgold at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Chartiers Valley is facing Ringgold at the right time seeing as Ringgold is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Thomas Jefferson, they will face off against Laurel Highlands at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Thomas Jefferson's defense has only allowed 10.9 points per game this season, so Laurel Highlands' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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