Ward Melville won the last time they faced Walt Whitman, and things went their way on Saturday too. The Ward Melville Patriots enjoyed a cozy 28-14 victory over the Walt Whitman Wildcats. The Patriots' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Ward Melville got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Joey Karpowicz out in front who picked up 121 receiving yards and a touchdown, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 88 yards. Another rusher making a difference was Joey Benedetto, who rushed for 168 yards while picking up 8.8 yards per carry.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Ward Melville was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 209 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
The victory for Ward Melville keeps them at an undefeated 4-0. As for Walt Whitman, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ward Melville will face off against William Floyd at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Ward Melville will be looking to keep their seven-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Walt Whitman, they will host Sachem North at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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