Apollo Ridge had to endure a nine-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the Ligonier Valley Rams 31-28. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Vikings have posted since August 25, 2023.
Apollo Ridge was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 227 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in October of 2023.
Apollo Ridge didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Gage Wingard and Corey Mackintosh.
Despite the loss, Ligonier Valley still got an impressive performance from John Jablunovsky, who rushed for 185 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 8.0 yards per carry. Jablunovsky has become a key player for Ligonier Valley: the team is 3-1 when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns, but 0-6 otherwise.
Apollo Ridge's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-9. As for Ligonier Valley, they dropped their record down to 3-7 with the defeat, which was their fourth straight at home.
As of now, neither Apollo Ridge nor Ligonier Valley have any future games scheduled.
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