It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Garrett had no problem doing just that on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 50-26 margin over the Lakeland Lakers. The victory was just business as usual for the Railroaders, who after ten games remain undefeated this season.
Calder Hefty was his usual excellent self, rushing for 100 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries, while also throwing for 89 yards and two touchdowns on only six passes. His longest rush was for an impressive 55 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Camren Ruble handled things on the ground, rushing for 106 yards.
Garrett was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 342 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 179 rushing yards in 11 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Garrett wouldn't let Lakeland keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Garrett can thank Mason Balzer and Jake Gonya for forcing both of them.
When it comes to explaining why Lakeland lost, don't look at Myles Edwards. Despite the final result, he picked up 104 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Edwards has become a key player for Lakeland: the team is 5-2 when he posts at least 80 receiving yards, but 0-3 otherwise.
Garrett's win was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-0. As for Lakeland, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-5.
Garrett will venture away from home to face off against Tippecanoe Valley at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Garrett's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last four matches. Lakeland does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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