Independence and Monroeville squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Independence had to settle for second. They had to suffer through a 47-7 loss at the hands of the Monroeville Eagles. While losing is never fun, the Blue Devils can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Ohio football rankings (they are ranked 530th, while the Eagles are ranked 254th).
Dominic Narduzzi threw for 112 yards and a touchdown.
Sam Bernhardt was his top target, picking up 47 receiving yards.
A big part of Monroeville's win came down to the chemistry between Evan Benfer and his top target Colton Clark. Benfer rushed for 96 yards and a touchdown while Clark gained 103 total yards and four touchdowns. Backing up that air attack was Connor Bores, who rushed for 124 yards.
Independence has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season. As for Monroeville, their record now sits at 10-1.
Independence does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Monroeville, they will stay at home for another week and welcome John F. Kennedy Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. John F. Kennedy Catholic is coming into the match with six straight victories on the road, so Monroeville will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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