With a playoff game on the line, Paint Branch rose to the challenge on Friday. They took their contest with ease, bagging a 56-21 win over the Walter Johnson Wildcats. The Panthers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Paint Branch found their leader in sophomore Alijah Bah, who rushed for 173 yards and three touchdowns on only 14 carries, and also picked up 32 receiving yards and a touchdown. Bah's longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Vincent Do was another key player, throwing for 176 yards and three touchdowns.
One reason for the win was Paint Branch's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. Leading the way was Yvan Kemajou with two.
The victory for Paint Branch keeps them at an undefeated 9-0. Those good results were due in large part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 10.3 points per game. As for Walter Johnson, they now have a losing record at 5-6.
Paint Branch will face off against Bethesda-Chevy Chase on Friday. Both have allowed few points on average, (Bethesda-Chevy Chase: 11.3, Paint Branch: 10.3) so any points scored will be well earned. Walter Johnson does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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