It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Vigor had no problem doing just that on Friday. They claimed a resounding 41-10 victory over the UMS-Wright Prep Bulldogs. The result was nothing new for the Wolves, who have now won ten matchups by 26 points or more so far this season.
Carlos Benjamin Jr was his usual excellent self, rushing for 125 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.8 yards per carry. Another player making a difference was Dylan Jackson, who picked up 62 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Another reason for the win was Vigor's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for nine sacks. Greg Crosby led the group effort, picking up three of those sacks all by himself. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 14. Vigor got some further help from Kentonio Kelly Jr.: he made 12 total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Vigor was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 237 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 185 rushing yards in four consecutive games.
Vigor's win bumped their record up to 12-1. As for UMS-Wright Prep, they now have a losing record at 6-7.
Vigor will face off against Montgomery Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Montgomery Catholic will roll in looking for their 13th straight victory, something Vigor surely won't give up without a fight. UMS-Wright Prep does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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