Pewamo-Westphalia had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 17-14 victory over the Ithaca Yellowjackets on Friday. That's more bragging rights for the Pirates, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Loss or not, Ithaca got some senior leadership from Nathan Mikesell and Jackson Conn. Mikesell gained 156 total yards and a touchdown, while Conn rushed for 59 yards and a touchdown. Ithaca also got help from Ryley White, who showed off his sure hands for 84 receiving yards.
The win made it two in a row for Pewamo-Westphalia and bumps their season record up to 9-2. As for Ithaca, with the defeat, they broke their ten-game winning streak and moved their record to 10-1.
Pewamo-Westphalia's road trip will continue as they head out to face Millington at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Millington will roll in looking for their 12th straight victory, something Pewamo-Westphalia surely won't give up without a fight. Ithaca does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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