Cypress Falls had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They blew past the Bellaire Cardinals 59-7 on Thursday. The Eagles' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Cypress Falls' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Liam Madkins, who rushed for 67 yards and two touchdowns. The dominant performance gave Madkins a new career-high in rushing yards. Eric Manuel was another key back, rushing for 101 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries.
Cypress Falls was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 241 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 194 rushing yards in seven consecutive matchups.
One reason for the win was Cypress Falls' imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for four sacks. Leading the way was Sterling Drake Bright with three.
Cypress Falls' record now sits at 9-2. As for Bellaire, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-5.
Cypress Falls has already played their next game, a 49-20 defeat against Katy on the 22nd. Bellaire does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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