Cleveland Heights scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They fell 35-27 to the Mentor Cardinals. While losing is never fun, the Tigers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Ohio football rankings (they are ranked 113th, while the Cardinals are ranked ninth).
Mentor was led to victory by Scotty Fox and Jackson Farley. Fox threw for 265 yards and three touchdowns while completing 72.7% of his passes, while Farley gained 175 total yards and two touchdowns. What's more, Fox also racked up 35 rushing yards, the mosthe's had since back in September of 2023. Justen Hodge was Fox's top target, picking up 181 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Cleveland Heights now has a losing record at 2-3. As for Mentor, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Cleveland Heights is taking a road trip to take on Strongsville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Strongsville's defense has only allowed 12.4 points per game this season, so Cleveland Heights' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Mentor, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on River Rouge at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Mentor knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past three matches -- so hopefully River Rouge likes a good challenge.
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