Ponder gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Venus Bulldogs 61-0 at home. The win was some much needed relief for the Lions as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Tyson Price had a dynamite game for Ponder, throwing for 236 yards and five touchdowns while completing 82.4% of his passes, and also rushing for 32 yards. Gage Ersch was another key player, picking up 85 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
Ponder wouldn't let Venus keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force four fumbles. It was truly a group effort as Corban Gragg, Austin Erickson, and Kaleb Gonzalez picked up one apiece.
Ponder will challenge Tioga at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Venus, they will host Wills Point at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Venus will come in still looking for their first win of the season.
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