Friday just wasn't the day for Shady Side Academy's offense. They were outmatched by the Steel Valley Ironmen at home and fell 49-0. Having soared to a lofty 40 points in the game before, the Bulldogs' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Steel Valley's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Donald Barksdale, who rushed for 259 yards and three touchdowns on only 11 carries. Barksdale really tore up the turf during one magnificent 94-yard run. The team also got some help courtesy of Da'Ron Barksdale, who rushed for 127 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries.
Shady Side Academy has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-4 record this season. As for Steel Valley, the win got them back to even at 3-3.
Shady Side Academy will square off against South Allegheny at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Steel Valley, they will welcome Apollo Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Steel Valley is facing Apollo Ridge at the right time seeing as Apollo Ridge is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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