Anoka hadn't done well against Centennial recently (they were 0-6 in their previous six matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Anoka Tornadoes' defense stepped up to hand the Centennial Cougars a 14-0 shutout. This was payback for the Tornadoes, who suffered a 35-15 loss the last time these two teams met.
Anoka's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Zach Welch, who rushed for 140 yards and a touchdown. Anoka also got help from Trey Borchers, who showed off his sure hands for 83 receiving yards.
Anoka is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 4-2 record this season. As for Centennial, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Anoka will welcome Osseo at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Centennial, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Champlin Park at 7:00 p.m. Centennial's defense has only allowed 13.5 points per game this season, so Champlin Park's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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