Football Game Preview: Ligonier Valley vs. Blairsville

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If the MaxPreps state rankings hold true, the near future looks bright for Ligonier Valley. They will challenge Blairsville on the road at 7:00 PM on Friday. Blairsville will need to watch out since Ligonier Valley have now posted big point totals in their last four contests.

Ligonier Valley won against Marion Center two weeks ago with 49 points, and Ligonier Valley decided to stick to that point total again last Friday. Everything came up roses for Ligonier Valley against Northern Cambria as the squad secured a 49-6 victory. Ligonier Valley had a senior duo take command as John Caldwell passed for 214 yards and 2 touchdowns and Aaron Tutino's caught passes for 135 yards and 2 touchdowns. One of the most thrilling moments of the match was Tutino's 59-yard TD reception in the first quarter.

Meanwhile, things haven't been easy for Blairsville, and their matchup last Friday only extended their streak of losses to five. They were dealt a punishing 6-41 loss at the hands of Homer-Center. Blairsville were in a tough position by the half, with the score sitting at 6-28.

Ligonier Valley were fully in charge the last time the two teams met, breezing past Blairsville 49-14. The rematch might be a little tougher for Ligonier Valley since the team won't have home-field advantage. Watch the game and check back on MaxPreps to see if the change in venue makes a difference.