Young backfield powers Sheridan in playoff revenge

THORNVILLE — Sheridan’s playoff opener became a breakout performance for a pair of underclassmen in the backfield. Sophomore S.J. Shriner and freshman Emmitt Gilder combined for more than 280 rushing yards Friday night, and the sixth-seeded Generals rode that production and a veteran offensive line to a 38-35 victory over No. 11 Tri-Valley in a Division III, Region 11 first-round game at Paul Culver Jr. Stadium.

The win avenged a 38-21 regular-season loss to the Scotties and ended a five-game losing streak in the series. Sheridan also remained unbeaten at home in playoff games. The Generals advanced to face third-seeded Columbus East (9-1) in the quarterfinals at 7 p.m. Nov. 6. The winner of that matchup will play either No. 2 seed Licking Valley or No. 7 Granville in the semifinals.

Key facts

• Sheridan defeated Tri-Valley 38-35 in a Division III, Region 11 first-round playoff game.
• Shriner rushed for 173 yards and three touchdowns; Gilder added 108 yards on nine carries.
• Sheridan led 17-14 at halftime and extended the lead to 31-14 in the third quarter.
• Tri-Valley rallied within 31-28 and later within 38-35 but could not complete the comeback.
• Sheridan advances to play Columbus East in the quarterfinals on Nov. 6.

Shriner, Gilder deliver behind senior line

Shriner finished with 173 yards and three touchdowns. He scored on runs of 15

Source:MSN News