BRANCH BLANKS MARLINGTON
BELOIT, OH- In what turned out to be a historic matchup, West Branch celebrated its 400th football victory in school history by delivering a resounding 56-0 triumph over Marlington in a game that showcased both their offensive prowess and defensive dominance.
The West Branch Warriors entered the game with an impressive 6-1 record and a perfect 2-0 standing in the Eastern Buckeye Conference. Their defense had been on an incredible streak, securing their third consecutive shutout, a feat not seen since 1990. The Warriors were eager to continue their winning ways as they looked ahead to hosting Alliance in their next matchup, especially after Alliance’s upset loss to Carrollton, which also now stands at 2-0 in the league.
Boston Mulinix emerged as the star of the game, leading the Warriors with an outstanding performance. He carried the ball 16 times for a remarkable 197 yards, finding the end zone four times, including a historic 99-yard touchdown run in the third quarter, setting a new school record. Beau Alazaus also played a crucial role, passing for 217 yards and contributing three touchdowns through the air.
The scoring frenzy for West Branch began early in the game and continued throughout:
– Boston Mulinix kicked things off with a 2-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a successful kick by Eliza Hirst.
– The Warrior defense got in on the action as Zach Coffee returned an interception 50 yards for a touchdown.
– Beau Alazaus connected with Jeremiah Thomas for a 42-yard touchdown pass, further extending the lead.
– Cooper Anderson added another touchdown reception from Alazaus, this time for 10 yards.
– Boston Mulinix showcased his versatility with a 20-yard rushing touchdown, his second of the game.
– Mulinix continued to find the end zone, this time with a 1-yard rushing touchdown.
– The highlight of the game came when Mulinix broke free for a historic 99-yard touchdown run.
– To cap off the impressive performance, Grady Close caught a 25-yard touchdown pass from Jeremiah Thomas.
On the defensive side, West Branch demonstrated their dominance with an interception by Zach Coffee and a fumble recovery by Colby Smith. Additionally, they displayed a successful onside kick recovery by Lukas Black.
In contrast, Marlington struggled to find their footing in the game, tallying only 123 total yards of offense and failing to score any points.
West Branch’s victory not only marked a historic milestone but also showcased their excellence in both offense and defense, making them a formidable force in the Eastern Buckeye Conference.
