Overbrook has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 14.7 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They came up short against the Central Lancers, falling 36-14. The Panthers' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
Central's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Aidan Mcelhatton led the charge by throwing for 100 yards and three touchdowns. Kabari Starks was in the mix as well, providing Central with two touchdowns.
Overbrook's loss dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Central, they moved to 6-5 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Overbrook will get a bit of extra time to process the defeat as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on West Philadelphia at 10:00 a.m. on November 28th. West Philadelphia will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Overbrook surely won't give up without a fight. Central also won't see the field for a while: their next matchup is against Northeast at 10:30 a.m. on November 28th.
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