Thornridge extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Friday, dropping them down to 0-8. They were dealt a 63-19 defeat at the hands of the Rich Township Raptors. The Falcons were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 48-12.
Despite the loss, Thornridge still got an impressive performance from Tyrone Holcomb, who threw for 204 yards and two touchdowns, and also rushed for 79 yards and one score on only ten carries.
As for Rich Township, the win got them back to even at 4-4. That 44 point margin sets a new team best for them this season.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Kai Williams and Ortez Johnson. Williams rushed for 158 yards and three TDs on only five carries while Johnson rushed for 126 yards and a pair of scores on only six carries. Williams' longest rush was for an impressive 64 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Marlon Erves helped out on the ground, rushing for 83 yards and a rushing touchdown.
Coming up, Thornridge will face off against Thornwood at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Thunderbirds will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rich Township, they will challenge Lincoln-Way Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Knights' defense has only allowed 11.3 points per game this season, so the Raptors' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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