Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Sherman). They claimed a resounding 51-13 victory over the Poca The Dots. The Tide might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five matchups by 22 points or more this season.
Sherman's win on Friday was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from River Williams, who picked up 58 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also rushed for 52 yards and a touchdown. Williams showed off some serious burst, lighting up the secondary with a catch for 51 yards. Trey Lester also helped out as he racked up 103 rushing yards.
Sherman was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 338 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 163 rushing yards in eight consecutive games.
Sherman didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off five passes before the game was over. Lester led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself.
Despite the defeat, Poca had strong showings from Preston Bonnett, who rushed for 101 yards and a touchdown on only ten carries, and Spencer Jones, who rushed for 54 yards. Jones was even better on defense, forcing two fumbles and making eight total tackles.
Sherman's record is now 8-2. As for Poca, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
Sherman will be playing at home against River View at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Sherman will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak alive. Poca does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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