North Miami had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They simply couldn't be stopped on Friday as they easily beat the Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian Braves 54-14. Considering the Warriors have won six matches by more than 26 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
North Miami got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Ryan Meredith out in front who rushed for 69 yards and two touchdowns, and also caught a touchdown. Another player making a difference was Hartley Hoover, who rushed for 50 yards and two touchdowns.
North Miami was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 389 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 171 rushing yards in ten consecutive matchups.
North Miami didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Braylon Mcintire, Eli Winters, and Lake Musall picked up one apiece.
Despite the loss, Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian still got an impressive performance from Dylan Grimes, who rushed for 54 yards and a touchdown. Grimes showed off some serious burst, cutting through the defense on one rush that went for 61 yards.
North Miami pushed their record up to 8-2 with the victory, which was their seventh straight at home. As for Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
North Miami didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 35-7 win against Fremont on the 1st. Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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