Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Central). They claimed a resounding 55-6 win over the Excelsior Springs Tigers at home. The result was nothing new for the Indians, who have now won three matchups by 26 points or more so far this season.
It was another big night for Gabe Fields, who rushed for 474 yards and eight touchdowns while picking up 24.9 yards per carry. With that strong performance, he is now averaging an impressive 131.9 rushing yards per game.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Central was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 476 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
The victory got Central back to even at 4-4. As for Excelsior Springs, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Central will challenge Park Hill South at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Central is facing Park Hill South at the right time seeing as Park Hill South is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Excelsior Springs, they will be playing at home against Kearney at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Kearney will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Excelsior Springs surely won't give up without a fight.
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