By JUSTIN BURR
In a duel between two of the strongest programs at the Class 5A level, Sherwood traveled to Eugene at took down host Marist 38-20 Friday night.
With a dominating running game that featured seven different ball carriers, the Bowmen also dominated the aggressive strategy available to coaches, attempting more onsides kicks than passes. Sherwood coach Greg Lawrence rarely attempted a punt, and when his team lined up for one, it turned into a fake and a then a first down.
The Bowmen return home for a non-league game with Hermiston (1-1), before Northwest Oregon Confernce action begins with a road game at St. Helens, Sept. 21. Sherwood plays at conference rival Wilsonville, Oct. 12.
Marist begins Midwestern League play with a home game Friday against Ashland (1-1), which is coming off an impressive win over Lebanon.
Marist scored on its opening drive Friday, with quarterback Kamerun Smith leading the passing attack. But, the Sherwood defense rallied and pressured Smith constantly for the remainder of the game and Marist's receivers had a number of key drops that gave Sherwood all the opportunities it needed.
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