It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but American Heritage had no problem doing just that on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 35-14 margin over the Norland Vikings. American Heritage's win was all the more impressive since the Vikings were averaging only 13.75 points allowed on the season.
Malachi Toney continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, rushing for 103 yards and one touchdown on only six carries, while also throwing for 122 yards and three touchdowns. Jamar Denson was another key receiver, picking up 74 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
When it comes to explaining why Norland lost, don't look at Ennio Yapoor. Despite the final result, he rushed for 120 yards and one touchdown on only 15 carries, and also threw for 200 yards and one touchdown. A healthy portion of that aerial production (92 yards to be exact) went to Dawson Quarterman.
Patriots
| 11/29/24 vs Norland | 35-14 |
| 11/22/24 vs Dillard | 24-14 |
| 11/15/24 vs Jensen Beach | 40-7 |
| 10/25/24 @ St. Thomas Aquinas | 42-38 |
| 10/18/24 vs Archbishop McCarthy | 35-0 |
| + 4 more games |
The victory was the ninth in a row for American Heritage, bringing their record for this year to 10-2. The wins came thanks to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 8.4 points per game. As for Norland, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-3.
American Heritage has already played their next game, a 38-28 win against St. Augustine on the 6th. Norland does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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