Yates Center is 0-4 against Lyndon since October of 2015 but things could change on Friday. The Wildcats will welcome the Tigers at 7:00 p.m.
Fans were treated to a battle of the Wildcats on Friday. Yates Center took a 28-22 hit to the loss column at the hands of Northern Heights.
Despite their loss, Yates Center saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Marcus Cummings, who rushed for 146 yards and one TD while picking up 7.3 yards per carry, was perhaps the best of all. Cummings also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making seven total tackles and defending one pass. Another rusher making a difference was Benjamin Cook, who rushed for 120 yards and one touchdown on only seven carries.
Meanwhile, Lyndon put another one in the bag last Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They blew past Flinthills 50-0. The result was nothing new for the Tigers, who have now won three contests by 50 points or more so far this season.
Lyndon had a senior duo take command as Lucas Griffin rushed for 86 yards and three scores on only 11 carries and James Marcotte gained 154 total yards and two touchdowns. Marcotte also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making seven total tackles and defending one pass.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Lyndon was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 231 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 203 rushing yards in five consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
Yates Center's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Lyndon, their victory bumped their record up to 4-0.
Friday's game might be decided on the ground. Yates Center has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 188.5 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Lyndon struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 299.2 rushing yards. There's a good chance Friday's contest turns into a tough fight on the ground.
Yates Center was dealt a bruising 45-0 loss at the hands of Lyndon when the teams last played back in October of 2024. Will the Wildcats have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more football content.
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