Merrill was the 16-12 winner over Coleman when they last played one another back in October of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Merrill Vandals took a 36-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Coleman Comets on Friday. The Vandals just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
It was another big night for Jared Devrieze, who rushed for 162 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.0 yards per carry, and also picked up 91 receiving yards and a touchdown for Coleman. Devrieze didn't just play on offense: he also made 12 total tackles and defended a pass. Another player making a difference was Logan Glazier, who threw for 271 yards and a touchdown.
Merrill now has a losing record at 3-4. As for Coleman, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 5-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Merrill will challenge St. Charles at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Merrill is facing St. Charles at the right time seeing as St. Charles is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Coleman, they will take on Montabella at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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