It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Alcona had no problem doing just that on Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Atlanta Huskies 52-0. The result was nothing new for the Tigers, who have now won eight contests by 28 points or more so far this season.
Alcona's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Brandon Fogle, who rushed for 140 yards and two touchdowns. The bulk of those rushing yards came from one huge play: a run that gained an incredible 77 yards. Garrett Somers was another key passer, throwing for 222 yards and three touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes.
Alcona was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 224 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 200 rushing yards in four consecutive games.
Alcona didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off five passes before the game was over. Somers led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself.
Alcona pushed their record up to 9-1 with the win, which was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Atlanta, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-4 record this season.
Alcona will take on Inland Lakes at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Alcona knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past six matches -- so hopefully Inland Lakes likes a good challenge. Atlanta does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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