The Astoria/VIT Rebels will head out to square off against the Monmouth United Red Storm at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Astoria/VIT has given up an average of 29.8 points per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Astoria/VIT is likely headed into the matchup with a focus on the second half, which is when things went downhill against Abingdon/Avon on Friday. The Rebels fell 34-27 to the Tornadoes.
Despite the defeat, Astoria/VIT had strong showings from Riley Foglesong, who rushed for 167 yards and one TD while picking up 8.4 yards per carry, and Colby Martin, who rushed for 63 yards and three touchdowns. Foglesong showed off some serious burst, turning on the afterburners on one carry for 63 yards.
Meanwhile, Monmouth United played a tough game on Friday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They were dealt a 54-18 loss at the hands of Rushville-Industry. The Red Storm were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 32-12.
Monmouth United's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Astoria/VIT, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Everything came up roses for Astoria/VIT against Monmouth United in their previous matchup back in October of 2024, as the team secured a 34-7 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Rebels since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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