Linton-Stockton is on a six-game streak of home wins, while Brownstown Central is on a six-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Linton-Stockton Miners will host the Brownstown Central Braves at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, both will really light up the scoreboard.
Linton-Stockton is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They had just enough and edged Greencastle out 42-39. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Miners have posted since August 30th.
Linton-Stockton got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jesse Voigtschild out in front who rushed for 182 yards while picking up 10.7 yards per carry. With that strong performance, Voigtschild is now averaging an impressive 102.1 rushing yards per game. Braylon Mcbride was another key player, throwing for 143 yards and three touchdowns.
Linton-Stockton was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 345 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 177 rushing yards in ten consecutive matches.
Meanwhile, Brownstown Central took their game on Friday with ease, bagging a 49-3 victory over Tell City. Fans of the Braves have seen this all before: every one of the games they've played this season has ended in a blowout of 20+ points.
Preston Garrison had a dynamite game for Brownstown Central, rushing for 133 yards, while also picking up 48 receiving yards. Garrison was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 65 yards.
Linton-Stockton's win bumped their record up to 10-2. As for Brownstown Central, their victory bumped their record up to 12-0.
Friday's contest might be decided in the on the ground. Linton-Stockton has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 234.4 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Brownstown Central struggles in that department as they've been averaging 296.8. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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