Roncalli came tearing into Friday's game with three straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 28 points) and they left with even more momentum. They breezed by the Webster Bearcats at home to the tune of 27-0. Considering the Cavaliers have won three matchups by more than 26 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Roncalli got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Zane Backous out in front who rushed for 64 yards and a touchdown on only nine carries, and also picked up 31 receiving yards. Brody Weinmeister was another key player, gaining 74 total yards and a touchdown.
Roncalli's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Carter Samson and James Behan.
Roncalli pushed their record up to 4-1 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Webster, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Roncalli will face off against Groton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Roncalli's defense has only allowed 5.6 points per game this season, so Groton's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Webster, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Mobridge-Pollock at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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