After some red-hot attacks on offense in their last three games, North Vermillion finally came back down to earth on Friday. They were dealt a 48-6 defeat at the hands of the South Vermillion Wildcats. The Falcons have struggled against the Wildcats recently, as their game on Friday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
Matthew Dawson rushed for 86 yards and a touchdown, and also threw for 106 yards on 11 of 26 attempts.
Shawn Martin was his top target, picking up 28 receiving yards.
South Vermillion's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Alex Shryock led the charge by rushing for 75 yards and three touchdowns on only nine carries. That's the most rushing yards Shryock has posted since back in September of 2023. Another receiver making a difference was Dallas Coleman, who gained 101 total yards and three touchdowns.
Having lost for the first time this season, North Vermillion fell to 3-1. As for South Vermillion, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
North Vermillion will venture away from home to square off against Riverton Parke at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Riverton Parke's defense has only allowed 14.8 points per game this season, so North Vermillion's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for South Vermillion, they will challenge Covington at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. South Vermillion will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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