Blackhawk hasn't had much luck against West Allegheny recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Blackhawk Cougars will host the West Allegheny Indians at 7:00 p.m.
Blackhawk is headed into the contest out to prove that what happened against Aliquippa on Friday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Blackhawk had to suffer through a 48-13 loss at the hands of Aliquippa. The Cougars were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 48-0.
Blackhawk wouldn't let Aliquippa keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force three fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Elijah Stewart, Tristen Brunson, and Hayden Magill picked up one apiece. What's more, Magill also racked up 15 rushing yards, the mosthe's had since back in August.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for West Allegheny, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. Everything went their way against New Castle on Friday as West Allegheny made off with a 32-8 victory. The result was nothing new for the Indians, who have now won three matches by 24 points or more so far this season.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, West Allegheny was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 321 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Blackhawk's loss dropped their record down to 4-4. As for West Allegheny, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Friday's game might be decided in the on the ground. Blackhawk has been excellent on the ground this season, having averaged 166.8 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like West Allegheny struggles in that department as they've been averaging 189.7. It's looking like Friday's matchup might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Blackhawk came up short against West Allegheny in their previous meeting back in October of 2023, falling 10-6. Can Blackhawk avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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