Porter Ridge has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 16.2 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They lost to the Monroe Redhawks at home by a 41-24 margin. The game marked the Pirates' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Christian Myers threw for 56 yards on four of 13 attempts.
Rai'Shawn Elmore was his top target, rushing for 28 yards and a touchdown, while also picking up 31 receiving yards. On the ground,
Kisiah Harris rushed for 54 yards on only six carries.
Kaegan Chambers was his usual excellent self, rushing for 97 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries, while also throwing for 169 yards on 12 of 22 attempts for Monroe. That's the most rushing yards Chambers has posted since back in October of 2023. Another player making a difference was Zion Lindsey, who rushed for 82 yards and a touchdown.
Porter Ridge's loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 4-1. As for Monroe, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Porter Ridge will have a little extra prep time after the defeat as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Marvin Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. Porter Ridge's defense has only allowed 16.2 points per game this season, so Marvin Ridge's offense will have their work cut out for them. Monroe also won't see the field for a while: their next matchis against Forest Hills at 7:00 p.m. on October 4th. The two teams have allowed few points on average, (Forest Hills: 17.8, Monroe: 7.8) so any points scored will be well earned.
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