Independence's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. Everything went their way against the Brooklyn Hurricanes as they made off with a 28-6 victory. The win continues a trend for the Blue Devils in their matchups with the Hurricanes: they've now won six in a row.
Sam Bernhardt went supernova, rushing for 170 yards and a pair of TDs while picking up 9.4 yards per carry. He also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making seven total tackles and defending two passes.
Independence's run defense was locked in: Brooklyn could only muster 2.4 yards per carry. While two picked up at least seven total tackles, Bernhardt stood above the rest. He rushed for 170 yards and two scores while picking up 9.4 yards per carry. Independence didn't have any issues in that department, having averaged seven.
Levi Sears
| 10/03/25 @ Brooklyn | 8 |
| 09/26/25 vs Cuyahoga Heights | 11 |
| 09/19/25 @ Wickliffe | 6 |
| 09/12/25 vs Chagrin Falls | 8 |
| 09/05/25 vs John Hay | 12 |
| + 2 more games |
Independence didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off three passes before the game was over. It was truly a group effort as Ryan Suhy, Levi Sears, and Bobby Jackson Jr picked up one apiece. Sears is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least six every time he's taken the field this season. He got in on the action too, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Independence's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Brooklyn, their loss was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-6.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Independence will square off against rival Fairview at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Brooklyn is set to challenge their familiar foe Trinity at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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