Carbondale was the 49-39 winner over Centralia when they last played one another back in September of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Carbondale Terriers were outmatched by the Centralia Orphans on the road and fell 41-13. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Terriers have suffered against the Orphans since September 16, 2016.
Carbondale's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Demarzion Graham, who rushed for 102 yards and two touchdowns. Carbondale also got help from Braylon Berry, who showed off his sure hands for 92 receiving yards.
Carbondale's loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Centralia, they now have a winning record of 3-2.
Carbondale will be playing in front of their home fans against Granite City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Carbondale is facing Granite City at the right time seeing as Granite City is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Centralia, they will head out on the road to challenge Marion at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Marion's defense has only allowed 17.8 points per game this season, so Centralia's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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