Barbers Hill proved they can win big last Friday (they won by 45) but on Friday they proved they can win the close ones too. They skirted past the Ball Tornadoes 62-60.
Barbers Hill's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Cooper Lucas, who picked up 132 receiving yards and three touchdowns. Lucas was no stranger to the big play, lighting up the secondary with a catch that went for 55 yards. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Kaegan Morton, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Barbers Hill's defensive line stepped up as well, laying out Kyden Barker. eight times. It was truly a group effort as Austin Farmer, Bryce Jackson, and Trae Clark picked up two apiece. Clark is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least six every time he's taken the field this season. Another thorn in Ball's side was Carson Hahn, who made 22 total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Despite the defeat, Ball had strong showings from Arentheis Winn, who rushed for 196 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.2 yards per carry, and Barker, who threw for 290 yards and three touchdowns. Those 196 rushing yards gave Winn a new career-high. London Deyon was Barker's top target, picking up 44 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
Barbers Hill's win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 6-3. As for Ball, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 7-1.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing West Brook the next time they take the field. Ball will head out to face West Brook at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, while Barbers Hill will host them at 7:00 p.m. on November 8th.
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