It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Labette County had no problem doing just that on Friday. They blew past the Sumner Academy Sabres 56-22. The Grizzlies' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Jamaal Jackson, who rushed for 416 yards and seven touchdowns while picking up 10.7 yards per carry. His rushing production has been exceptional as that marked his fifth straight game with at least 124 rushing yards.
Labette County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 419 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since the start of last season.
One reason for the win was Labette County's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. Sumner Academy's QB won't forget Matthew Jarman anytime soon given he sacked him twice. Labette County got some further help from Tayton Claibourn: he made 12 total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Labette County has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 5-4 record this season. As for Sumner Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 4-5.
Labette County has already played their next contest, a 34-6 loss against Bishop Miege on the 8th. Sumner Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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