Hammond Bishop Noll's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They came out on top against the Osceola Grace E Eagles by a score of 28-15. The victory was some much needed relief for the Warriors as it spelled an end to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Hammond Bishop Noll's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Antonio Benson, who rushed for 109 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries, and also picked up 40 receiving yards and a touchdown. Benson's longest rush was for an impressive 50 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Another back making a difference was Elijah Boone, who gained 168 total yards and two touchdowns.
Hammond Bishop Noll was moving up and down the field and finished the game with 462 total yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Osceola Grace E only gained 213.
Hammond Bishop Noll's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Gavin Knight and Benson. Knight also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making four total tackles and defending a pass in addition to snagging an interception.
Although Osceola Grace E took the loss, they still got scores from Eli Cocanower and Isaac Engel.
The win got Hammond Bishop Noll back to even at 1-1. As for Osceola Grace E, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Hammond Bishop Noll will be playing in front of their home fans against Whiting at 8:00 p.m. on Friday. Hammond Bishop Noll is out to stop a four-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season. As for Osceola Grace E, they will venture away from home to challenge Bremen at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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