There's no place like home for Tompkins, who bounced back after a loss on the road two weeks ago. They put the hurt on the Mayde Creek Rams with a sharp 48-27 win on Thursday. The Falcons' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Tompkins was led to victory by Ethan Meadows and Justin Thierheimer. Meadows gained 252 total yards and six touchdowns, while Thierheimer threw for 284 yards and three touchdowns while completing 72% of his passes. With that strong performance, Meadows is now averaging an impressive 104.4 rushing yards per game. 87 of those passing yards were hauled in by Kj Madison, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Tompkins was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 304 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 179 rushing yards in three consecutive matches.
Tompkins didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Josh Davis and Blake Jenkins. Davis is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made seven or more in the last five games he's played dating back to last season.
Several Rams players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Daylin Robinson, who picked up 179 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Robinson's longest reception was for an incredible 74 yards. Trey Williams was another key player, throwing for 311 yards and four touchdowns.
Tompkins moved to 2-3 with that victory, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Mayde Creek, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-3.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Morton Ranch the next time they take the field. Tompkins will head out to face Morton Ranch at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, while Mayde Creek will host them at 7:00 p.m. on October 17th.
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