Sparta is 7-1 against Vernon since October of 2014, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Sparta Spartans will look to defend their home field against the Vernon Vikings. The two teams are sauntering into the matchup backed by comfortable wins in their prior games.
Vernon is hoping to do what Newton couldn't on Friday: put an end to Sparta's winning streak, which now stands at three games. Sparta breezed by Newton on the road to the tune of 39-7.
Meanwhile, Vernon hadn't done well against Jefferson Township recently (they were 1-7 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. Vernon simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Jefferson Township 42-7 at home. That 35 point margin sets a new team best for the Vikings this season.
Vernon's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Gavin Bruno, who rushed for 40 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 31 receiving yards. Thomas Benson was another key rusher, rushing for 85 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Vernon was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 235 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 175 rushing yards in three consecutive matches.
One reason for the win was Vernon's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. In that department, Roman Drupka was the leader with two.
Sparta's victory was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-1. As for Vernon, their win bumped their record up to an identical 3-1.
Things could have been worse for Sparta, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 21-7 loss to Vernon in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Thankfully for Sparta, Logan Pych (who rushed for 258 yards and two touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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