Hancock Central is 0-3 against Johnson County since November of 2016 but things could change on Friday. After each having a week off, both will shake off the cobwebs and square off against one another at 7:30 p.m. Hancock Central knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past three games -- so hopefully Johnson County likes a good challenge.
Hancock Central came up short against Warren County two weeks ago, falling 52-32.
Meanwhile, Johnson County didn't have too much trouble with Treutlen at home two weeks ago as they won 21-6. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Trojans.
Nathan Turberville looked great while leading his team to the win, rushing for 47 yards and three touchdowns.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Johnson County was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 201 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 161 rushing yards in five consecutive matches.
Johnson County wouldn't let Treutlen keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Johnson County can thank Damarion Sharber and Jeremiah Taylor for forcing both of them. Sharber also set a new season high mark in total tackles with seven.
Hancock Central now has a losing record at 2-3. As for Johnson County, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Hancock Central suffered a grim 41-20 defeat to Johnson County when the teams last played back in November of 2023. Thankfully for Hancock Central, Benvonte Murray (who rushed for 112 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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