It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Mishawaka Marian had no problem doing just that on Friday. They came out on top against the Jimtown Jimmies by a score of 34-26. The Knights have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Jimmies, too.
Mishawaka Marian's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Brian Osman led the charge by rushing for 156 yards and three touchdowns. Osman has become a key player for Mishawaka Marian: the team is 4-2 when he posts at least two rushing touchdowns, but 2-3 otherwise. Another pass catcher making a difference was William Owens, who picked up 177 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Mishawaka Marian wouldn't let Jimtown keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Mishawaka Marian can thank Joe Boone and Kaleb Johnson for forcing both of them. Johnson is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in the last five games he's played. Brayden Smith was another major factor on D, making 17 total tackles and snagged an interception.
Mishawaka Marian was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 222 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 181 rushing yards in three consecutive matches.
Mishawaka Marian pushed their record up to 6-5 with the victory, which was their third straight at home. Those victories were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 33.3 points per game. As for Jimtown, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 7-4.
Mishawaka Marian will square off against Knox at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Knox knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 31 points or more in their past six games -- so hopefully Mishawaka Marian likes a good challenge. Jimtown does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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