Greenfield-Central didn't have done well against Mt. Vernon recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Greenfield-Central Cougars took down the Mt. Vernon Marauders 43-29. The win was just business as usual For the Cougars, who after three games remain undefeated this season.
Greenfield-Central was led to victory by Dallas Freeman and Payton Foley. Freeman rushed for 104 yards and three touchdowns, while Foley gained 90 total yards and three touchdowns. Foley didn't just play on offense: he also picked up a sack and made nine total tackles.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Greenfield-Central was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 336 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Greenfield-Central's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Carson Anderson and Zach Waterman.
Greenfield-Central's victory bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Mt. Vernon, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Greenfield-Central will be playing in front of their home fans against Pendleton Heights at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Greenfield-Central knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 point or more in their past three matchups -- so hopefully Pendleton Heights likes a good challenge. As for Mt. Vernon, they will host New Palestine at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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