It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Bennington had no problem doing just that on Friday. They blew past the Northwest Vikings 41-7. Considering the Badgers have won seven games by more than 20 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Bennington didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off four passes before the game was over. Kyler Lauridsen led the group effort, picking up two of those interceptions all by himself. He has been hot for a while, having also posted five or more total tackles the last 13 times he's played. Jack Jansen was another major factor on D, making 13 total tackles (2.5 for loss) and defending a pass.
Bennington pushed their record up to 9-1 with the win, which was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season. As for Northwest, the defeat snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-6 record.
Bennington has the luxury of staying home for another week and will welcome McCook at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. McCook's defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so Bennington's offense will have their work cut out for them. Northwest does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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