Beechcroft extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Friday, dropping them down to 0-5. They were outmatched by the Linden-McKinley Panthers and fell 34-0. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Cougars were not able to get on the board.
As for Linden-McKinley, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matches by 34 points or more this season.
Leading Linden-McKinley to victory were Chris Caldwell and Davell Brock. Caldwell rushed for 167 yards and a pair of scores on only 14 carries, while Brock rushed for 85 yards and two touchdowns on only eight carries. Caldwell's longest rush was for an incredible 77 yards.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Beechcroft will venture away from home to face off against Mifflin at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Cougars will be up against the Punchers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 55.2 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Linden-McKinley, they will head out on the road to challenge Grandview Heights at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few points on average (the Panthers 4.8, the Bobcats 5.8) so any points scored will be well earned.
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