Second-Round Playoff Performers

Here is a list of players who had great performances in week 2 of the MHSAA Playoffs.

Hunter DeBarr: The junior RB rushed for 140 yards and 2 TD’s on just 10 carries in the Bobcats dominating victory over Riveriew Gabriel Richard. He also added a TD catch in the 3rd quarter.

Mitchell Smith, Flat Rock: The sophomore kicker came up big for the Rams as he knocked through the game-winning FG with just under 10 seconds to go in the 29-28 victory over Summit. Moments earlier he recovered his own onside kick that gave the Rams the ability to drive down for the game-winning play.

Zach Werling, Riverview: The senior LB recorded 11 tackles in the undefeated Pirates’ 53-30 blowout victory over Tecumseh.

Cole Jondro, SMCC: The speedy senior had a big game against previously unbeaten Detroit Central. Jondro rushed for 162 yards and TD on 19 carries.

Jake Iott, Whiteford: The junior LB/RB had a huge game for the Bobcats in the District Final. He recorded 13 tackles on defense and also rushed for 106 yards and 2 TD’s.

Rocco Breslin, Flat Rock: The junior LB had a monster game for the Rams as he recorded 11 tackles in the 29-28 victory.

Jacob Shank, Anthony Bowman and Gavin Blackwood Riverview: The three-headed monster combined for 376 yards on the ground and 5 TD’s as the Pirates advanced to the Regional after defeating Tecumseh.

Riley DeSarbo, SMCC: The senior OLB led the Falcon defense as the Catholics traveled to Detroit Central and beat the 10-0 Trailblazers.

Ryin Ruddy, Whiteford: Ruddy had a big night on defense as he recorded 13 tackles and had an interception in the Bobcats 56-19 victory.

Aaron Salazar, Flat Rock: The athletic senior continued his amazing season as he caught 11 passes for 194 yards and a TD in the Rams’ thrilling victory over Summit Academy.