Plainfield gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They snuck past the Terre Haute South Vigo Braves with a 31-27 win. The victory was some much needed relief for the Quakers as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Luke Starnes had an outrageously good game as he rushed for 145 yards and two touchdowns. The team also got some help courtesy of Westyn Weyrich, who rushed for 65 yards and a touchdown.
Plainfield didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Brady Sebanc, Greyson Hardin, and Drew White picked up one apiece. Plainfield got some further help from Alex Holsclaw: he made 11 total tackles (1.0 for loss).
Plainfield was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 206 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Terre Haute South Vigo only rushed for 72.
Despite the defeat, Terre Haute South Vigo saw an underclassman step up: Mayson Lewis picked up 170 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Lewis was no stranger to the big play, connecting with a big catch that went for 60 yards. Brady Wilson was another key player, throwing for 365 yards and three touchdowns.
Plainfield will face off against Harrison at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Plainfield is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Terre Haute South Vigo, they will take on Floyd Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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