Mt. Vernon can finally bid farewell to their eight-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They strolled past the Heath Bulldogs with points to spare, taking the game 31-16. The Yellowjackets' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Mt. Vernon's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Mavrik Gregory led the charge by rushing for 86 yards and a touchdown.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Mt. Vernon was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 252 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in August of 2023.
Mt. Vernon wouldn't let Heath keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Mt. Vernon can thank Luke Hubbard and Hunter Looney for forcing both of them. Looney also set a new season high mark in total tackles with nine.
Mt. Vernon's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Heath, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mt. Vernon will face off against Zanesville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Mt. Vernon is facing Zanesville at the right time seeing as Zanesville is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for Heath, they will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against Johnstown-Monroe at 7:00 p.m. Johnstown-Monroe's defense has only allowed 13.8 points per game this season, so Heath's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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