Speedway had lost four straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 0-8 to make it five. They were beaten by the Indian Creek Braves 42-7. While losing is never fun, the Sparkplugs can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Indiana football rankings (they are ranked 210th, while the Braves are ranked 85th).
As for Indian Creek, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 5-3. The result was nothing new for the Braves, who have now won three matchups by 24 points or more so far this season.
Indian Creek found their leader in sophomore Evan Clark, who threw for 119 yards and a pair of touchdowns while completing 83.3% of his passes, and also rushed for 43 yards and one TD. Alec Burress also deserves a mention for his punt return touchdown.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Speedway will host Covenant Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Indian Creek, they will be playing at home against Monrovia at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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