Mercyhurst Prep's offense rose to the challenge against a Bobcats defense that boasted an average of only 15.25 points allowed on Friday. The Mercyhurst Prep Lakers strolled past the Seneca Bobcats with points to spare, taking the game 35-21. The Lakers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
When it comes to explaining why Seneca lost, don't look at Rylan Harwood. Despite the final result, he rushed for 131 yards and three touchdowns. Zach Moats handled things on the ground, rushing for 116 yards.
The victory got Mercyhurst Prep back to even at 2-2. As for Seneca, the defeat snapped their winning streak at six games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 3-1 record.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mercyhurst Prep will host Harbor Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mercyhurst Prep will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each contest than the last. As for Seneca, they will welcome Girard at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Seneca is facing Girard at the right time seeing as Girard is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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