The Plainfield Quakers will take on the Martinsville Artesians at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Plainfield is looking to tack on another W to their four-game streak on the road.
Plainfield gave up the first points last Friday, but they didn't let that get them down. They were the clear victor by a 32-7 margin over Whiteland. The result was nothing new for the Quakers, who have now won five games by 21 points or more so far this season.
Plainfield got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Luke Starnes out in front who rushed for 111 yards and a touchdown. Starnes' rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his eighth straight game with at least 111 rushing yards dating back to last season. Bryce Sebanc also helped with two touchdowns in total.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Plainfield was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 237 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 204 rushing yards in eight consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, Martinsville put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They walked away with a 27-18 win over Mooresville. Given the Artesians' advantage in MaxPreps' Indiana football rankings (they are ranked 23rd, while the Pioneers are ranked 91st), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Martinsville didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. Grady Gardner picked up that interception and then proceeded to rub salt in the wound by taking it back the other way for a touchdown.
Plainfield's record now sits at 7-1. As for Martinsville, their record is now 8-0.
Friday's match might be decided in the on the ground. Plainfield has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 276.6 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Martinsville struggles in that department as they've been averaging 175.9. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Plainfield came up short against Martinsville in their previous matchup back in October of 2023, falling 13-6. Thankfully for Plainfield, Brayden Shrake (who rushed for 129 yards and a touchdown) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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