It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Riverdale had no problem doing just that on Friday. They put the hurt on the North Fort Myers Red Knights with a sharp 34-14 win. The Raiders might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matches by 20 points or more this season.
It was another big night for Cole Hayes, who rushed for 253 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 9.0 yards per carry. His longest rush was for an incredible 75 yards.
Riverdale didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Latroy Pender Jr., Jamar Underwood, and Cleyon Grizzle picked up one apiece.
Riverdale's record now sits at 9-2. As for North Fort Myers, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-5.
Riverdale will head out on the road to face off against Fort Myers at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. North Fort Myers does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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