Royal Valley had lost three straight at home, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-4 to make it four. They fell just short of Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy by a score of 27-24. The Panthers gained 111 more yards on the day, but it was Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy that made the best use of them.
Even if they lost, Royal Valley's defense still kept up the pressure with three sacks. The team can thank three different players for their defensive prowess: Cyrus Harding, Paxton Henery, and Josh Rodewald, who each picked up one sack apiece.
Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since September 13, 2024.
Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Garrett Metcalfe, who rushed for seven yards and a pair of scores, and also threw for 77 yards and one TD. Metcalfe didn't just play on offense: he also forced one fumble and made six total tackles. Kaden Baker was another key receiver, picking up 52 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Royal Valley will face off against Atchison County on Friday. As for Perry-Lecompton/Bishop Seabury Academy, they will square off against Jefferson West at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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