MORAN — Marmaton Valley’s defense had a hard time slowing down Sunrise Christian Academy in a 52-6 loss at home Friday.
The Wildcats (2-1) played a solid defensive game, notching 38 tackles and six sacks on the night, even as Sunrise managed to put 52 points on the board. Marmaton Valley’s offense struggled to move the ball, scoring only one touchdown.
Brayden Lawson rushed in Marmaton Valley’s lone touchdown and had 77 total rushing yards. He only threw for 20 yards and tossed up two interceptions. The Wildcats were driven back by Sunrise Christian Academy’s defense, accounting for only 125 total yards.
Defensively, Brevyn Campbell racked up a team-high eight total tackles while Jaedon Granere and Daniel Fewins each had a team-high four solo tackles.
Marmaton Valley travels to Marais des Cygnes Valley Friday at 7 p.m. Last year’s matchup between the two resulted in a 58-12 victory by the Wildcats.
