A win for Ligonier Valley just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They took a blow against the Steel Valley Ironmen, falling 53-7. The Rams were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 47-7.
Jacob Petalino threw for 44 yards.
Ricardo (Mark) Jablunovsky was his top target, picking up 32 receiving yards and a touchdown. On the ground,
Demetrius Owens rushed for 43 yards.
Donald Barksdale continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Steel Valley, rushing for 314 yards and three touchdowns on only five carries. Barksdale really tore up the turf during one magnificent 76-yard run. Da'Ron Barksdale also helped with two touchdowns in total.
Ligonier Valley has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season. As for Steel Valley, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 6-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ligonier Valley will square off against Apollo Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Apollo Ridge is coming into the game with five straight losses on the road, meaning Ligonier Valley will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Steel Valley, they will host South Allegheny at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Steel Valley is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 35 points per game this season.
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