Bernards never let their opponents score on Friday. They claimed a resounding 28-0 win over the South Plainfield Tigers at home. Considering the Mountaineers have won four matchups by more than 19 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Bernards found their leader in underclassman Nolan Walsh, who threw for 260 yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 33 yards. Those 260 passing yards set a new season-high mark for Walsh. Brandon Shafer also helped out with an impressive 117 receiving yards.
Bernards didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Max Austin.
Bernards pushed their record up to 6-0 with the victory, which was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season. As for South Plainfield, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-5.
Bernards didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 29-22 win against Summit on the 10th. South Plainfield has also already played their next match, a 35-8 victory against New Brunswick on the 11th.
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