Struthers extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Friday, dropping them down to 0-4. They were beaten by the Girard Indians 48-12. The Wildcats were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 41-0.
As for Girard, they pushed their record up to 4-0 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. Those home wins came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 12.0 points on average over those games.
Girard found their leader in sophomore AJ Pearson, who threw for 378 yards and a pair of TDs on perfect 13-for-13 passing, and also rushed for 72 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. Those 378 passing yards set a new season-high mark for Pearson. Girard's leading receiver Jadon Wade was Pearson's top target yet again, picking up 159 receiving yards and two scores.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Struthers will host South Range at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Wildcats will need to watch out since the Raiders have now posted at least 31 points in their last three games. As for Girard, they will be playing at home against Garaway at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Indians will need to watch out since the Pirates have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season.
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