Independence and Hamilton Township squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Independence had to settle for second. They were beaten by the Rangers 40-12. While losing is never fun, the 76ers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Ohio football rankings (they are ranked 419th, while the Rangers are ranked 129th).
Independence's loss came despite strong showings from Gabriel Ogbara and Darren White-Tyler. Ogbara rushed for 141 yards and one touchdown, while White-Tyler gained 120 total yards and a touchdown.
This is the second loss in a row for Independence and nudges their season record down to 6-5. As for Hamilton Township, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-2 record this season.
Independence does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Hamilton Township, they are taking a road trip to square off against Tri-Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Rangers will need to watch out since the Scotties have now posted at least 31 points in their last five games.
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