The Valley Vikings will head out on the road to take on the Resurrection Christian Cougars at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the matchup bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Having struggled with four losses in a row dating back to last season, Valley finally turned things around against Manitou Springs last Friday. They enjoyed a cozy 28-14 win over the Mustangs. The Vikings' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Valley wouldn't let Manitou Springs keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Valley can thank Andres Villegas and Marcus Van Pelt - Morenz for forcing both of them.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Resurrection Christian, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They took their game at home on Friday with ease, bagging a 51-7 victory over Grand Valley. The high-scoring effort was just what the Cougars needed considering they were shutout in their previous match.
Hunter Hansen was his usual excellent self, rushing for 122 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.6 yards per carry. Another player making a difference was Merick Fisbeck, who rushed for 45 yards and two touchdowns.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Resurrection Christian was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 310 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Grand Valley only rushed for 135.
Valley's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Resurrection Christian, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.
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