Football Recap: Independence Skates Past Ridgeview with Ease

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Previous Games

10/10/25 - Away	42-12 W
10/10/24 - Home	21-12 W
10/13/23 - Away	28-21 W
10/14/22 - Home	25-20 W
10/29/21 - Away	42-0 W
+ 5 more games

Independence's game on Friday was close up to the half, but then they kicked things up a notch. They claimed a resounding 42-12 victory over the Ridgeview Wolf Pack. Considering the Falcons' offense had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Independence to victory, but perhaps none more so than Jakhai Ervin, who rushed for 102 yards and one touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Ervin has posted since back in November of 2024. Rickey Johnson was another key back, rushing for 77 yards and one score.

They were just one part of a punishing run game: Independence was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 233 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.

Although Ridgeview took the loss, they still got scores from Darryon Casteel and Francisco Palma.

Independence's record is now 5-2. As for Ridgeview, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.

Looking ahead, Independence will be playing in front of their home fans against Highland at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Falcons will be up against the Scots' rather soft defense (which has allowed 33.71 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Ridgeview, they will square off against Stockdale at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Wolf Pack will be up against the Mustangs' rather soft defense (which has allowed 41.43 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.