After two games on the road, Windber is heading back home. They will host the Carrick Raiders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
Windber is probably headed into the match with a chip on their shoulder considering North Star just ended the team's three-game winning streak on Friday. They had to suffer through a 44-8 loss at the hands of the Cougars.
Meanwhile, Carrick hadn't done well against Brashear recently (they were 0-7 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way two weeks ago. Carrick simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Brashear 36-2 on the road. The Raiders' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Carrick wouldn't let Brashear keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Carrick can thank Tyier Turner-Phillips and Brian Babjak for forcing both of them. Babjak also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 13. Carrick got some further help from Deyon Arner: he picked up a sack and made 16 total tackles (7.0 for loss).
Windber's loss dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Carrick, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the trenches. Windber has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 339.2 rushing yards per game. It's a different story for Carrick, though, as they've been averaging only 31.8. How will they fare against such a dominant running game? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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