Washtenaw S waltzed into their match on Saturday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They came out on top against the Grand Valley Christian P Patriots by a score of 30-20. This was payback for the Saints, who suffered a 40-0 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Washtenaw S's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Isaiah Shepherd, who picked up 151 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Shepherd showed off some serious burst, cutting upfield on a catch for 59 yards. Another signal caller making a difference was Ryan Asher, who threw for 157 yards and two touchdowns on only nine passes.
Another reason for the win was Washtenaw S's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for nine sacks. It was truly a group effort as Joseph Watza, Levi Friedlund, and Malachi Friedlund picked up two apiece. Watza also set a new season high mark in rushing yards with 123.
Washtenaw S was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 200 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Washtenaw S's victory bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Grand Valley Christian P, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Washtenaw S will square off against Tri-State Crusaders at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Grand Valley Christian P, they will venture away from home to take on Crimson Knights at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Grand Valley Christian P is facing Crimson Knights at the right time seeing as Crimson Knights is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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