With a playoff game on the line, Walton rose to the challenge on Friday. They managed a 28-24 victory over the Pensacola Catholic Crusaders. Winning may never get old, but the Braves sure are getting used to it with their fourth in a row.
Walton got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Dylan Louthain out in front who rushed for 102 yards and a touchdown. Dominic Goodwin also helped out with an impressive 100 receiving yards.
Walton didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Tristen Powell and Malcolm Byrd. Powell is also on a roll when it comes to defended passes, as he's now defended at least one in the last four games he's played. Reyes Medina was another major factor on D, picking up two sacks and making seven total tackles.
Despite the loss, Pensacola Catholic still got an impressive performance from Cj Nettles, who rushed for 194 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 7.8 yards per carry.
Walton's record now sits at 7-3. As for Pensacola Catholic, their loss ended a ten-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 8-2.
Walton will challenge Bolles at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Bolles will roll in looking for their tenth straight victory, something Walton surely won't give up without a fight. Pensacola Catholic does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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