Cerro Gordo/Bement was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 11th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were beaten by the Nokomis Redskins 55-7. The Broncos were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 41-7.
Nokomis' victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Nolan Herpstreith, who rushed for 150 yards and three touchdowns on only 15 carries. Herpstreith's longest rush was for an impressive 50 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Kadynn Petty was another key player, gaining 107 total yards and three touchdowns.
Cerro Gordo/Bement's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Nokomis, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cerro Gordo/Bement will venture away from home to challenge Sullivan-Okaw Valley/Bethany at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Sullivan-Okaw Valley/Bethany's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Nokomis, they will head out to square off against Tri-County [Kansas/Shiloh/Oakland] at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Nokomis' defense has only allowed 7.5 points per game this season, so Tri-County [Kansas/Shiloh/Oakland]'s offense will have their work cut out for them.
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