The Cumberland Clippers will square off against the Central Knights at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Cumberland is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They took down Burrillville 43-26. The Clippers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Jayden Rabbitt had a dynamite game, rushing for 228 yards and four TDs while picking up 9.5 yards per carry.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Cumberland was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 233 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in November of 2024.
Cumberland didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Chad Germadnik.
Meanwhile, Central faced Barrington in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Knights blew past the Eagles 42-21. The game marked the Knights' most dominant win of the season.
Cumberland moved to 3-6 with that victory, which also ended their five-game losing streak. As for Central, their win bumped their record up to 3-7.
Cumberland couldn't quite get it done against Central in their previous matchup back in April of 2021 as they fell 14-6. Will the Clippers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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