Shelby-Rising City had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They breezed by the McCool Junction Mustangs to the tune of 70-6 on Thursday. The Huskies might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven matches by 30 points or more this season.
Shelby-Rising City found their leader in sophomore Carter Eickmeier, who rushed for 123 yards and three touchdowns on only eight carries. Eickmeier's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his fourth straight game with at least 123 rushing yards. Logan Lindsley was another key player, rushing for 14 yards and a touchdown.
Shelby-Rising City was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 206 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 160 rushing yards in seven consecutive contests.
Shelby-Rising City wouldn't let McCool Junction keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force four fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Collin Vrbka, Jett Vrbka, Eli Fjell, and Owen Krafka picked up one apiece.
Shelby-Rising City pushed their record up to 8-1 with the victory, which was their tenth straight at home dating back to last season. As for McCool Junction, their loss dropped their record down to 5-4.
Shelby-Rising City's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Arapahoe at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Shelby-Rising City knows how to get points on the board -- the squad has finished with 31 points or more in their past six matchups -- so hopefully Arapahoe likes a good challenge. McCool Junction does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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