The Kellis Cougars will take on the Browne Bruins at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Kellis will be looking to keep their six-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
Last Thursday, Kellis took their game at home with ease, bagging a 40-12 win over Ironwood. The result was nothing new for the Cougars, who have now won three matchups by 21 points or more so far this season.
Kellis had a senior duo take command as Ronald Coty Iii rushed for 70 yards and two touchdowns on only nine carries and Tristan Bacon gained 115 total yards and two touchdowns. Coty Iii got the majority of those rushing yards when he took off on a run that went for an incredible 53 yards.
Kellis wouldn't let Ironwood keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Jason Estrada, Avery Rodriguez, and Rodriguez picked up one apiece. Adrian Manuel also set a new season high mark in total tackles with six.
Meanwhile, Browne was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They lost 38-15 to Sunrise Mountain. One positive for the Bruins, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Despite their defeat, Browne saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Miguel Fierro, who picked up 81 receiving yards and two touchdowns, was perhaps the best of all.
Kellis' victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Browne, their loss dropped their record down to 0-4.
Friday's contest might be decided in the trenches. Kellis has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 199.8 rushing yards per game. It's a different story for Browne, though, as they've been averaging only 25.2. How will they fare against such a dominant running game?
Kellis barely slipped by Browne in their previous meeting back in September of 2023, winning 44-43. One of the biggest obstacles trying to stand in the way of that victory was Browne's Andrew Romero, who threw for 163 yards and four touchdowns, and also rushed for 129 yards and a touchdown on only 14 carries. Now that he won't be playing on Friday, will it be easier for Kellis to walk away with another win? There's only one way to find out.
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