With a playoff game on the line, Scottsburg rose to the challenge on Friday. They blew past the Owen Valley Patriots 76-9. Considering the Warriors have won six contests by more than 33 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Scottsburg's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Nathan Byrd, who threw for 277 yards and six touchdowns on only 16 passes, and also punched in a rushing score. With that strong performance, Byrd is now averaging an impressive 3.2 passing touchdowns per game. Luke Hamilton helped Byrd out on the ground, rushing for 84 yards and two touchdowns on only five carries, while also picking up 69 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Scottsburg was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 255 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2023.
Scottsburg didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Landon Toppe and Matthew Wickey.
Scottsburg's win bumped their record up to 7-3. As for Owen Valley, they are on an 11-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-10.
Scottsburg will be playing at home against Madison at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Scottsburg will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak alive. Owen Valley does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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