After only seven points in their last game, Richland made sure to put some points up on the board against Moore County on Friday. The Richland Raiders blew past the Moore County Raiders, posting a 48-21 win. The result was nothing new for Richland, who have now won five matches by 20 points or more so far this season.
Richland got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Blane Woodard out in front who rushed for 83 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 137 yards and a touchdown on only 13 passes. Those 83 rushing yards gave Woodard a new career-high. Another rusher making a difference was Nash Petty, who rushed for 157 yards and a touchdown while picking up 9.8 yards per carry.
Richland was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 403 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
When it comes to explaining why Moore County lost, don't look at Chris Merical. Despite the final result, he rushed for 134 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.4 yards per carry. Speaking of playmakers, who could forget Isaac Petty, who went all the way with a kickoff return for a touchdown.
Richland's record is now 7-3. As for Moore County, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-4.
Richland's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on West Carroll at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Moore County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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