RAMS GET SECOND IN A ROW OVER MCDONALD

MINERAL RIDGE OH- In a thrilling showdown, Mineral Ridge hosted McDonald and continued their recent success against the Blue Devils, clinching a convincing 40-7 victory. This win marked the second consecutive triumph for Mineral Ridge in their rivalry matchup.

The standout of the game was undoubtedly Ian Erb, who led the way for Mineral Ridge’s ground attack with an impressive 117 rushing yards and four touchdowns. Erb’s stellar performance showcased his skill and determination in the backfield. Quarterback Owen Shingledecker contributed to the aerial attack with 43 passing yards and connected with Ethan Pemberton for a 24-yard touchdown, adding to the Rams’ point total.

Brady Balestrino also found the end zone with a touchdown on the ground, demonstrating the Rams’ multi-faceted offensive capabilities. However, it was Mineral Ridge’s tenacious defense that stole the spotlight. They played with speed and physicality, swarming to the ball and allowing their rivals to score just 7 points. The defense also forced two crucial fumbles during the game, one recovered by Brady Balestrino and the other by Preston Holbrook.

With this impressive win, Mineral Ridge improved their record to 6-4, setting the stage for an exciting playoff run. The Rams will eagerly await the announcement of their next opponent over the weekend as they prepare for the next chapter of their football journey.