River Forest has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 15 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They were just a hair shy of victory and fell 32-31 to the Boone Grove Wolves. The matchup was a 10-10 toss-up at halftime, but the Ingots couldn't quite close it out.
When it comes to explaining why River Forest lost, don't look at Ayden Silver. Despite the final result, he rushed for 125 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 182 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 passes. Silver didn't just play on offense: he also made 12 total tackles and defended two passes.
Even though they lost, River Forest was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 203 rushing yards. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved they're rushing yard total in three consecutive matches.
Boone Grove's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mark Rowland, who threw for 195 yards and two touchdowns, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Rowland also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making nine total tackles and defending two passes. Samir Del Rio was Rowland's top target, picking up 121 receiving yards and a touchdown.
River Forest's defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Boone Grove, the victory also got them back to even at 3-3.
River Forest will head out to take on Hammond Bishop Noll at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. River Forest has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 97 points over their last three contests. As for Boone Grove, they will host Whiting at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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