Jersey Shore and Shamokin Area squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Jersey Shore had to settle for second. They were outmatched by the Indians and fell 37-0. The matchup marked the first time this year in which the Bulldogs were not able to get on the board.
Nolen Pauling threw for 35 yards while completing 77.8% of his passes. Carson Watkins was his top target, picking up 51 receiving yards.
Leading Shamokin Area to victory were Zakem Clinton and Logan Steele. Clinton rushed for 155 yards and two scores while picking up 9.7 yards per carry, while Steele rushed for 122 yards and one touchdown on only 12 carries. Those 155 rushing yards gave Clinton a new career-high. Colin Steinhart made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Jersey Shore's loss dropped their record down to 8-4. As for Shamokin Area, the win keeps them at an undefeated 12-0.
Jersey Shore does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Shamokin Area, they will head out to challenge Bellefonte at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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