After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Ledyard brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They were the clear victor by a 35-14 margin over the Woodstock Academy Centaurs on Friday. The result was nothing new for the Colonels, who have now won five matchups by 21 points or more so far this season.
Ledyard's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Anthony Adamick, who rushed for 186 yards and three touchdowns while picking up 11.6 yards per carry, and also threw for seven yards and a touchdown. Another rusher making a difference was Calvin Casavant, who rushed for 80 yards on only eight carries.
Another reason for the win was Ledyard's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for five sacks. Leading the way was Myles Streckfuss with 3.5. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with 12.
The win snapped Ledyard's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 5-3 record. As for Woodstock Academy, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 2-6.
Ledyard will face off against Griswold/Wheeler at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Ledyard's defense has only allowed 12.1 points per game this season, so Griswold/Wheeler's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Woodstock Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Montville at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Woodstock Academy is facing Montville at the right time seeing as Montville is stuck on a ten-game losing streak.
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