Thomas Jefferson extended their winning streak to ten games thanks to a huge performance from Rashaud Cherry. The Thomas Jefferson Vikings breezed by the Colonial Heights Colonials to the tune of 49-0 on Friday thanks in part to Cherry, who threw for 256 yards and three touchdowns while completing 82.4% of his passes, and also rushed for 127 yards and a touchdown on only six carries. He really tore up the turf during one magnificent 77-yard run.
Malik Porter was Cherry's top target, picking up 90 receiving yards, while also punching in a touchdown on the ground. What's more, Porter also racked up 15 rushing yards, the most he's had since back in September.
Thomas Jefferson was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 289 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 202 rushing yards in eight consecutive contests.
Thomas Jefferson's defense made their presence known, laying out the QB three times. In that department, Zyan Hill was the leader with two sacks. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 14.
Thomas Jefferson's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-0. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 53.0 points per game. As for Colonial Heights, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Thomas Jefferson will host Culpeper County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Thomas Jefferson's defense has only allowed 4.6 points per game this season, so Culpeper County's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Colonial Heights, they will welcome New Kent at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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