Providence had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They snuck past the South Putnam Eagles with a 35-30 victory on Friday. The win was just business as usual for the Pioneers, who after 13 games remain undefeated this season.
Preston Kempf was his usual excellent self, rushing for 150 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 7.9 yards per carry, and also throwing for 31 yards and a touchdown. He also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, forcing two fumbles, making five total tackles, and defending a pass.
Providence didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Lucas Mauk, Wyatt Small, and Lincoln Kruer picked up one apiece. Kruer also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 12.
Although South Putnam took the loss, they still got scores from Bransyn Ensor, Keenan Mowery-Shields, Wyatt Switzer, Ty Benton, and Wyatt Mullin.
Providence's victory was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 13-0. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 28.2 points. As for South Putnam, they moved to 11-3 with that defeat, which also ended their ten-game winning streak.
Providence didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 35-20 win against North Judson-San Pierre on the 30th. South Putnam does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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