Sparta is 7-1 against Vernon since October of 2014, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Sparta Spartans will welcome the Vernon Vikings. After the two teams made easy work of their previous opponents, one won't be so lucky on Friday.
Vernon is hoping to do what Newton couldn't on Friday: put an end to Sparta's winning streak, which now stands at three games. Sparta took their matchup on the road with ease, bagging a 39-7 win over Newton.
Meanwhile, Vernon hadn't done well against Jefferson Township recently (they were 1-7 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. Vernon claimed a resounding 42-7 victory over Jefferson Township at home. That 35 point margin sets a new team best for the Vikings this season.
Vernon's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Gavin Bruno, who rushed for 40 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 31 receiving yards. Another rusher making a difference was Thomas Benson, who rushed for 85 yards and a touchdown on only 11 carries.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Vernon was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 235 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 175 rushing yards in three consecutive matches.
On the defensive side of the ball, a lot of the credit has to go to Vernon's defense and their three sacks. Leading the way was Roman Drupka with two.
Sparta pushed their record up to 3-1 with the win, which was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Vernon, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 3-1.
Sparta ended up a good deal behind Vernon in their previous meeting back in September of 2023, losing 21-7. Thankfully for Sparta, Logan Pych (who rushed for 258 yards and two touchdowns) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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