Mt. Vernon came into this one having lost six straight on the road dating back to last season. They went ahead and made it seven, dropping their record to 2-7 in the process. They were outmatched by the North Posey Vikings and fell 56-26. While losing is never fun, the Wildcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Indiana football rankings (they are ranked 226th, while the Vikings are ranked 83rd).
As for North Posey, they have been no stranger to the win column this season, as they've started out with wins in eight of their first nine matchups for a 8-1 record. The victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 45.0 points this season.
Cade Mauck was his usual excellent self, rushing for 218 yards and 3 scores while picking up 10.4 yards per carry. The game marked his seventh in a row with at least one rushing touchdown. The team also got some help from Camden Clowers, who gained 88 total yards and three touchdowns.
Mt. Vernon and North Posey are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Wildcats will head out on the road to challenge Corydon Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for North Posey, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Perry Central at 7:00 p.m.
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