WICHITA, Kan. (SCWarriors.com) – Sterling College concluded its non-divisional schedule facing #22 Friends University and their wishbone style offense. The Warriors were more efficient on third and fourth down for the entirety of the game and even held the advantage in time of possession. What they could not overcome was the turnovers once again. Friends scored three times in the first half off of Warrior turnovers. The final score was 59-14, Friends.
Rocklin Baptista was 6-11 throwing, had two TD’s and one interception. The first TD was an 8 yard pass to Kenneth Arroyos, his first of the season, and the other was a three yard pass to Cameron Williams, his second TD reception of the year. Tim Chon was the leading receiver with three receptions for 32 yards. Baptista also led Sterling in rushing with 35 yards. Sterling is still seeking their first win in the Reggie Langford era.
The KCAC bye week is upcoming so all teams will be off except for the continuation of a couple of canceled games earlier this season. When Sterling returns to action on the 19th, they face Tabor College on the road at 1 pm.
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