New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly waltzed into their game on Friday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They strolled past the Olympia Spartans with points to spare, taking the game 48-32. The Vipers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Michael Pecoraro, who rushed for 175 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only ten carries, and also picked up 48 receiving yards and two TDs. Pecoraro also punched in two rushing touchdowns, which is notable because the Vipers are undefeated when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns, but 1-2 otherwise. Conner Stinson got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
| 10/03/25 vs Olympia | 264 |
| 09/26/25 @ Pittsfield | 260 |
| 09/19/25 vs Riverton | 190 |
| 09/12/25 @ PORTA/Ashland-Chandlerville Central/Greenview | 59 |
| 09/05/25 vs Auburn | 135 |
| + 3 more games |
They were just one part of a punishing run game: New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 264 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2024.
New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly's defensive line stepped up as well, laying out Brendon Hardimon three times. Cash Thomas was especially locked on to Olympia's QB and sacked him twice. Thomas is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least five every time he's taken the field this season. Wyatt Peters was another major factor on D, making 15 total tackles.
Olympia lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Jimmy Lollar, who rushed for 134 yards and two scores. Hardimon also helped out as he racked up 105 rushing yards.
New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly's record now sits at 4-2. As for Olympia, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-3.
New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next matchup, a 53-7 defeat against Williamsville on the 10th. As for Olympia, they have also already played their next contest, a 50-36 victory against Maroa-Forsyth on the 10th.
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