Albert Gallatin didn't have done well against Connellsville recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Albert Gallatin Colonials sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 29-26 victory over the Connellsville Falcons. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Colonials.
Albert Gallatin got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Adam Pegg out in front who rushed for 58 yards and a touchdown on only five carries. Pegg's longest rush was for an impressive 65 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Albert Gallatin was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 298 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 156 rushing yards in six consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Albert Gallatin now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Connellsville, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Albert Gallatin will take on Northern at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Connellsville, they will welcome Berlin Brothersvalley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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