The Perry offense erupted for the most points since 2017 as the Bluejays defeated Des Moines Hoover 35-21 in the resumption of Thursday weather interrupted game. The game started Friday with 3:57 to go in the second quarter as Perry led 28-21. What happened Thursday night.
The 20 hour delay gave the defenses a chance to make adjustments. Thursday saw 49 points scored. Only 7 would be scored on Friday. Kenney was able to find the end zone for the third time after a 8 yard rush. The Perry defense forced 3 turnovers. In the second half, Perry forced 4 turnover on downs and a punt to allow no points.
Kenney finished with a game high 112 yards on the ground. He added 64 yards through the air. The senior ran in 3 TD’s. Cerna-Gomez accounted for the other 2 scores. A fumble return and a rushing one.
Perry starts the season 1-0 for a second straight year. They host Greene County Friday night as the rivalry for the Cowbell is renewed.