It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Martin County had no problem doing just that on Friday. They claimed a resounding 47-6 win over the North Johnston Panthers. The result was nothing new for the Gators, who have now won six games by 25 points or more so far this season.
Jah Sheppard was his usual excellent self, rushing for 176 yards and four touchdowns while picking up 8.0 yards per carry. That's the most rushing yards he has posted since back in September. Kwahli Basnight was another key player, picking up 123 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Martin County's victory bumped their record up to 8-3. As for North Johnston, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-5.
Martin County will face off against James Kenan at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both have allowed few points on average, (James Kenan: 12.8, Martin County: 14.3) so any points scored will be well earned. North Johnston does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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