For the first time in his career, Mikey Bates Jr scored a rushing touchdown on Friday. He rushed for 49 yards and one score, helping propel Elyria Catholic past Vermilion by a score of 17-0. Bates Jr's big game is all the more special as we consider it to be the best performance he's ever had.
Coming up, Bates Jr and Elyria Catholic are taking a road trip to take on Padua Franciscan at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Bates Jr will face off against Chase Weizer, the Bruins' star rusher. These two stars should make plenty of fireworks, so fans can expect an exciting show. Which one brings home the W? There's only one way to know for sure.
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