Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter had lost eight straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 2-4 to make it nine. They came up short against the Heritage Christian Eagles, falling 40-14. The Raiders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2016.
Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kevin Smith Jr., who picked up 88 receiving yards and one touchdown, and also rushed for 51 yards. Smith Jr.'s longest reception was for an incredible 77 yards.
As for Heritage Christian, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 4-2. Considering they have won three contests by more than 20 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Eli Nix had another great game (as he tends to do), rushing for 133 yards and three TDs, while also throwing for 218 yards and a pair of touchdowns while completing 71.4% of his passes. Tysen Pauwels also helped out with an impressive 100 receiving yards.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter will face off against Covenant Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Heritage Christian, they will square off against Lapel at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bulldogs' defense has only allowed 11.5 points per game this season, so the Eagles' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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