(Corning) Southwest Valley carries a four-game winning streak into Week 6 at Earlham. Both teams are 4-1 on the season. Wayne forfeited to the Timberwolves a week ago.
Southwest Valley Head Coach Anthony Donahoo reflected on the 28-0 loss to Central Decatur, serving as a wake-up call for his team.
Southwest Valley returns several starters on the offensive line, and they have greatly improved throughout this season. The Timberwolves have rushed for 1,268 yards this season for an average of 7.0 yards per carry.
Southwest Valley faces a run dominant Earlham football team this Friday night. The Cardinals have attempted just 16-passes compared to 242 rushing attempts. They’ve had success on the ground averaging 7.4 yards per carry and 1,785 total yards.
Max Vandever leads the team in rushing with 493-yards; Brody Morrison, 346, and quarterback Darrell Metchem have thrown for 132-yards and rushed for 245.
Southwest Valley quarterback Brendan Knapp leads the team in rushing with 630 yards and seven touchdowns.
Turnovers could also be a factor in this battle between two running teams. Southwest Valley has four fumbler recoveries and three interceptions, and Earlham has six fumble recoveries and six interceptions.
