After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Pope John XXIII, Kellenberg Memorial was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They walked away with a 24-14 victory over the Fordham Prep Rams. The win was some much needed relief for the Firebirds as it spelled an end to their eight-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Jack Durso looked great while leading his team to the win, rushing for 68 yards and a touchdown, while also throwing for 110 yards and two touchdowns. Kellenberg Memorial also got a significant boost from Jack Barkley, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 86 yards.
When it comes to explaining why Fordham Prep lost, don't look at Jonathan Bailey. Despite the final result, he threw for 172 yards and two touchdowns.
Kellenberg Memorial's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Fordham Prep, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Kellenberg Memorial will be playing in front of their home fans against St. Peter's at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. St. Peter's is coming into the game with three straight wins on the road, so Kellenberg Memorial will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Fordham Prep, they will venture away from home to face off against St. Joseph-by-the-Sea at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. St. Joseph-by-the-Sea's defense has only allowed nine points per game this season, so Fordham Prep's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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