Thornton Fractional South took care of business in their home opener (and then some) on Friday. They blew past the Hammond Central Wolves, posting a 42-12 win. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Red Wolves also won the last time the pair played back in August of 2024.
Thornton Fractional South's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jerry Ward led the charge by rushing for 121 yards and a pair of touchdowns on only 12 carries. Another player making a difference was Micheal Evans, who rushed for 56 yards and two TDs on only six carries.
Red Wolves
| 08/29/25 vs Hammond Central | 334 |
| 10/25/24 vs Tinley Park | 197 |
| 10/18/24 @ Bremen | 216 |
| 10/11/24 @ Oak Forest | 60 |
| 10/04/24 @ Hillcrest | 91 |
| + 5 more games |
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Thornton Fractional South was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 334 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in August of 2024.
Thornton Fractional South didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Corey Davis-Jones and Travell Williams.
Although Hammond Central took the loss, they still got scores from Amonte Smith and Jae'Lynn Barnes.
Hammond Central's loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Looking ahead, Thornton Fractional South will head out on the road to take on Lane Tech at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Hammond Central, they will welcome Gary West Side at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
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