Haynes runs over Ben Franklin, 52-0

Using numerous running backs, Haynes Academy scored early and often Thursday night en route to its convincing 52-0 victory over Ben Franklin at Muss Bertolino Stadium.

The Yellow Jackets had 20 rushing attempts for 288 yards and scored six touchdowns, all in the first half. At the half, the Jackets led 44-0 as six different players scored a touchdown.

First-year head coach Ben Powell was pleased with the team’s performance but saw areas Haynes needed improvements.

“Considering all the coronaVirus issues as well as being new to the kids, I was satisfied with the team’s performance,” Powell said. “With the amount of points we scored, many of our players were able to get playing time. This helped because contact during practices was limited at times, Powell added.”

Aston Clay carried three consecutive times on Haynes first possession. His final run in the drive was a 39-yard touchdown run with 10:42 remaining in the first.

Robert Westerfield’s 42 yard fumble recovery and return, setup Haynes second touchdown run.

Ari Currera’s 1-yard touchdown run capped the 4-play drive. Currera had three carries for 33 yards in the drive.

Following a poor center snap during a Ben Franklin punt attempt, Haynes took over possession at the Falcons 49.

Runs of 45 and four yards by Joshua Farley gave the Jackets a 22-0 lead.

Afterwards, Currera picked up his second touchdown, a nine-yard run with 10:11 remaining in the half.

Less than three minutes later, Currera had a 65-yard touchdown run moving the score to 36-0.

Currera finished with six rushes for 121 yards and three touchdowns.

Following an interception at the Falcons’ 45, Preston Brown had four consecutive carries. His 26-yard touchdown run capped the drive to increase the Jackets’ lead to 44-0 at halftime.