It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Chinook had no problem doing just that on Saturday. They enjoyed a cozy 40-24 win over the Valley Christian Eagles. Chinook's victory was all the more impressive since the Eagles were averaging only 11.78 points allowed on the season.
Valley Christian's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Nick Karvandi, who picked up 73 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 38 yards. Daniel Stolzfus handled things on the ground, rushing for 89 yards and a rushing touchdown.
Chinook has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season. As for Valley Christian, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 8-1.
Chinook will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against Flint Creek co-op [Drummond/Granite]. Flint Creek co-op [Drummond/Granite] will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Chinook surely won't give up without a fight. Valley Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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