James River starts fast and keeps foot on the gas in 50-0 win over Hidden Valley
“The team got off to a good start and kept it rolling for a good win.” – James River Coach Jack Baker
River’s Bend Stadium, Buchanan, VA – The James River Knights continue to add wins to their 3-1 turnaround season this year with a 50-0 victory over Hidden Valley. Coach Jack Baker, returning to his alma mater, has the Knights playing lights out. Baker was happy with how his team showed up, “The team got off to a good start and kept it rolling for a good win.”
James River got the party started with a defensive safety by OL/DL 55 C.J. Mullins. The Knights scored by safety, two rushes, and a pick 6 all in the first quarter.
Senior RB/DB 1 Gavin Binns had a big night on the ground 173 yards on 14 carries and 2 TDs. Sam Wilson had a rushing TD and scored on a 2 point try, plus the Junior had a 32-yard ‘pick 6.’ Freshman QB/DB 10 Merit Hammons scored twice on the ground and threw an 18-yard TD pass to WR/LB 12 Ryder Ward. RB/LB 20 Ben Whitt also added a rushing TD for the Knights.
Defensively the Knights were led by Mullins with a safety and 2 sacks, while OL/DL 58 Jayden Alston also carded 2 sacks. James River’s defense held Hidden Valley to 12 yards rushing and 14 yards passing.
Coach Baker complimented the Titans on their effort, “Hidden Valley played hard throughout the game and is building a program.” James River seems to be building a program as well. And they have a hometown head coach to lead them forward. – Crunch Staff
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