It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Padua Franciscan had no problem doing just that on Friday. They strolled past the Midview Middies with points to spare, taking the game 31-14. The high-scoring effort was just what the Bruins needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Roderick Love continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, rushing for 209 yards and a touchdown while picking up 7.2 yards per carry, and also picking up 96 receiving yards and two touchdowns. His longest reception was for an incredible 75 yards. Another player making a difference was Nick Barker, who threw for 145 yards and three touchdowns.
Padua Franciscan was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 215 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Midview only rushed for 114.
When it comes to explaining why Midview lost, don't look at Marcus Mcmahon. Despite the final result, he rushed for 44 yards and two touchdowns.
Padua Franciscan now has a winning record of 6-5. As for Midview, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-6 record this season.
Padua Franciscan will challenge Buckeye at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Buckeye knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 points or more in their past seven matches -- so hopefully Padua Franciscan likes a good challenge. Midview does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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