Carmichaels has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 16.4 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. The matchup between them and the Bentworth Bearcats wasn't particularly close, with the Carmichaels Mighty Mikes falling 33-15. The Mighty Mikes have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Ben Hays continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines for Bentworth, rushing for 252 yards and three touchdowns on only 15 carries. Hays' longest rush was for an incredible 76 yards. Preston Jaquay also helped with two touchdowns in total.
Carmichaels' loss dropped their record down to 2-2-1. As for Bentworth, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 4-2 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Carmichaels will square off against California at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. California has been dominant on offense recently, as they've racked up an incredible 170 points over their last three contests. As for Bentworth, they will take on West Greene at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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