Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Rush-Henrietta). They were the clear victor by a 42-21 margin over the Fairport Red Raiders on Friday. With that victory, the Royal Comets brought their scoring average up to 25.9 points per game.
Rush-Henrietta was led to victory by Brendan Mangone and Justin Medina. Mangone rushed for 122 yards and three touchdowns on only ten carries, while Medina rushed for 86 yards and three touchdowns. Mangone also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, forcing a fumble and making seven total tackles.
Another reason for the win was Rush-Henrietta's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. Leading the way was Caleb Condello with two. He has been hot , having also posted five or more total tackles the last seven times he's played.
Rush-Henrietta was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 223 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 223 rushing yards in three consecutive contests.
Rush-Henrietta's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-6. As for Fairport, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 7-3.
Rush-Henrietta will face off against University Prep Charter at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Rush-Henrietta is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 25.9 points per game this season. Fairport does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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