By Sandy Anderberg
The Broncos’ running game steamrolled the Ralls Jackrabbits, 56-0, Friday night on the road.
The shutout was fifth for the Broncos whose defense is one of the best around, holding Ralls to -19 total yards in the game. The Bronco defense has only allowed 32 points all season to its opponents.
“It was another big win for us,” said head coach Gary Jack. “We started slow, but got things going. We had 530 total yards with 468 on the ground.”
Andy Davis set the tempo of the game on the first touchdown when he recovered a fumble in the end zone. Bear Smith caught the lone touchdown pass from Damarjae Cortez for the second six for the Broncos to go up 14-0 after the first eight minutes. Cortez scored the next two on 22 and 10 yards runs in the second quarter. Koetting got in on the action and ran it in from 16 yards out for a TD and Keandre Cortez scampered 23 yards for a score.
Ryan McCleskey got his hands on the ball at the 27-yard line and took it in for another six to end the third quarter. Clint Franks earned the last score of the game on a two-yard romp across the goal line. Clay Koetting kicked eight extra points on the night.
“We played well, but dropped two or three passes for touchdowns,” Jack said. “It could have been a lack of focus. But overall it was a good win.” The Cortez brothers racked up over a hundred yards rushing each on the night. “We have a lot of different people running the ball,” Jack said.
Defensively, the Broncos continued their dominance. Smith had nine tackles and three sacks and Nick Shadle and Koetting both had good games, according to Jack.
“This win keeps us perfect in our season and district,” Jack said. “But it also sets up two big games for us in the next two weeks. We will have our hands full with Memphis; they will be a big challenge for us. They are big and fast, but we are fairly healthy. And it is just another step toward a District Championship. It will be a great match up.”
The Broncos are hoping to stay away from major injuries; something they have struggled with in years past. But that will not stop them from their goal of becoming District champs.
“I would also like to give a shout-out to all the Bronco fans,” Jack said. “Come to Memphis; have fun and be loud. It will be a great game.”
The Broncos will take on the Cyclones Friday, October 28, at 7:00 p.m. on the road.
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