Mishawaka Marian was the 21-14 winner over Culver Academies when they last played one another back in August of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Mishawaka Marian Knights took a 28-24 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Culver Academies Eagles.
Several Knights players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Brian Osman, who rushed for 148 yards and a touchdown. With that strong performance, Osman is now averaging an impressive 117 rushing yards per game. Braxton Brooks was another key pass catcher, gaining 78 total yards and a touchdown.
Mishawaka Marian's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Brayden Smith and Brooks. Mishawaka Marian got some further help from Kaleb Johnson: he picked up two sacks and made nine total tackles (5.0 for loss).
Mishawaka Marian's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Culver Academies, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-0.
Mishawaka Marian is taking a road trip to challenge South Bend Adams at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Culver Academies, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Knox at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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