Tri-Central was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 34-22 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Delphi Community Oracles. The Trojans lost against the Oracles in their previous head to head back in September of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 42-7 score last time.
Despite the loss, Tri-Central still got an impressive performance from Jacob Cline, who rushed for 137 yards and two touchdowns. Cline was no stranger to the big play, taking off on a dash that went for 50 yards.
Tri-Central's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Brody Arnold and Jaiton Archer.
Walker Jones was his usual excellent self, rushing for 192 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 9.6 yards per carry for Delphi Community. The team also got some help courtesy of Joshua Hartley, who picked up 98 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Tri-Central's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Delphi Community, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Tri-Central will stay at home for another week and welcome Carroll at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Carroll will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Tri-Central surely won't give up without a fight. As for Delphi Community, they will welcome Clinton Prairie at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Clinton Prairie will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Delphi Community surely won't give up without a fight.
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