Maroa-Forsyth had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They came out on top against the Chester Yellowjackets by a score of 26-14 on Saturday. The win continues a trend for the Trojans in their matchups with the Yellowjackets: they've now won three in a row.
Ryne Sheppard produced another solid performance rushing for 107 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for 171 yards and one TD on only 16 passes. Those 107 rushing yards gave him a new career-high.
Maroa-Forsyth's run defense was locked in: Chester could only muster 2.7 yards per carry. The team can thank Troy Pulliam for the heroic effort on defense: he. Maroa-Forsyth didn't have any issues in that department, having averaged 6.4.

Graham Blackwell
| 11/01/25 @ Chester | 7 |
| 10/24/25 @ New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly | 6 |
| 10/17/25 vs Williamsville | 11 |
| 10/10/25 @ Olympia | 14 |
| 10/03/25 vs Pittsfield | 5 |
| + 5 more games |
Maroa-Forsyth's defense didn't let Trayton Peters, get away unscathed either: they got into the backfield for three sacks. Leading the way was Graham Blackwell with two. Blackwell is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least five every time he's taken the field this season.
Maroa-Forsyth's record now sits at 8-2. As for Chester, their loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 8-2.
Coming up, Maroa-Forsyth will challenge Johnston City at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Indians' defense has only allowed 13.2 points per game this season, so the Trojans' offense will have their work cut out for them. Chester does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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