Blue Ridge hadn't done well against Bells recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Blue Ridge Tigers took down the Bells Panthers 33-15. The win was familiar territory for the Tigers who have now won three games in a row.
Blue Ridge had a senior duo take command as Ryder Clayton gained 118 total yards and two touchdowns and Micah Dickerson threw for 177 yards and two touchdowns while completing 77.8% of his passes. Michael Santillano was in the mix as well, providing Blue Ridge with two touchdowns.
Blue Ridge didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Clayton.
When it comes to explaining why Bells lost, don't look at Easton Branam. Despite the final result, he rushed for 30 yards and two touchdowns. Bells is 3-1 when Branam posts two or more rushing touchdowns, but 1-3 otherwise.
Blue Ridge's victory bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Bells, their record now sits at 4-4.
Blue Ridge will take on Gunter at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Gunter's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last four contests. As for Bells, they will face off against S & S Consolidated at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. S & S Consolidated is coming into the match with three straight losses on the road, meaning Bells will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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