League recap: Newark Catholic extends winning streak with victory over Heath

Adding to the longest winning streak in Licking County - Small this week, Newark Catholic beat Heath 42-6. The win marks fifth in a row for the the Green Wave.

Johnstown-Monroe made the biggest leap in the national rankings this week, rising to 4,107 from 4,270. They were able to move up in the ranks after a 41-0 victory over Northridge last week.

The Johnnies' offense was tough to stop this week, as it produced the league's top passer, rusher and receiver. Josh Kirkpatrick threw for 37 yards and Zach LaRue had 13 yards receiving. On the ground Cody Farley chipped in 222 yards. Farley helped Johnstown-Monroe's passing attack out by catching 1 ball for 12 yards.

Farley was a passing and rushing force as Johnstown-Monroe defeated the Vikings.

Farley was a force in the backfield as Mike Carter's team topped Northridge.

LaRue was the best receiver in the league this week as the Johnnies bested the Vikings. LaRue racked up 1 reception for 13 yards. Farley helped Johnstown-Monroe's passing attack out by catching 1 ball for 12 yards.

Johnstown-Monroe's offense has been unstoppable this season and the Johnnies feature the season leaders in passing, rushing and receiving yards. Kirkpatrick has thrown for 386 yards and 3 touchdowns this season, while Marcus Nogaj has 9 catches for 130 yards.

The top two teams in the league will face off this week when first place Newark Catholic takes on second place Johnstown-Monroe. Newark Catholic topped the Bulldogs last week, while Johnstown-Monroe beat Northridge.

The Johnnies' offense has recorded 182 points this season, making them No. 1 in the league, while the Green Wave have permitted only 71 on the year.

The top two defenses in the league will face off this season when Johnstown-Monroe takes on Newark Catholic. The Johnnies have allowed 85 points this season, while the Green Wave have given up 71. Johnstown-Monroe allowed 0 points last week as it bested the Vikings.