The Orrick Bearcats will take on Norborne/Hardin-Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Orrick is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They took down Northland Christian 32-14. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Bearcats as it put an end to their six-game losing streak.
Orrick didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Parker Floyd, Trenton Mahurin, and Dalton Lorino picked up one apiece. Lucas Walker was another major factor on D, making 24 total tackles.
Meanwhile, Norborne/Hardin-Central faced Northwest in a battle between two of the state's top teams last Friday. Norborne/Hardin-Central took their game with ease, bagging a 30-0 win over Northwest. Those 30 points were actually the fewest Norborne/Hardin-Central has put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.
Orrick better keep an eye on Sam Barnett. He was instrumental in Norborne/Hardin-Central's win, picking up 35 receiving yards and a pair of touchdowns.
Orrick's record is now 3-7. As for Norborne/Hardin-Central, their record now sits at 9-0.
Orrick might still be hurting after the 38-12 defeat they got from Norborne/Hardin-Central in their previous meeting back in September. Can the Bearcats avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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