Indiana’s Game of the Week: Hammond Morton @ Tippecanoe Valley

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We went to Tippecanoe Valley last night to see the game against Hammond Morton, and it did not disappoint! The Vikings got the win 35-23.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1425682"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66dc9858b3943"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The junior back who had a great game is quickly turning into a reliable option for Valley. He got better as the game went on and got into the flow of the game. He scored the first touchdown on the night on an impressive run. He's a runner who makes hard cuts, can get the edge, and hit the home run. Parker ripped off multiple big runs and finished with over 100 yards and a TD as Valley got the win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["825383"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66dc9858b399c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more underrated 2-way players in the 2026 class in my opinion is off to another good start and I'm glad I got to see him live because what I saw in person matched what I've seen on tape. He's got a nice frame that can withstand the damage in between the trenches, the IQ to bounce around, and the speed to cover sideline to sideline. Moriarty finished the night with 85 rushing yards and a TD on offense. He then added double digit tackles and a TFL on defense. An impressive showing from Moriarty to say the least.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1425683"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66dc9858b39ef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another reliable and steady piece for Tippecanoe Valley is Derf, who plays both ways and doesn't have an issue doing the dirty work. Whether it be grind out the grimy yards on offense when they need a conversion or a tackle in the trenches, Derf was their guy. He finished the night with just under 100 yards and a TD while adding over 10 tackles defensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1425724"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66dc9858b3a2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McGriff is a high-motor player who gives his all on every down. He's relentless and that effort is what helps him make plays. He'll chase down the ball carrier, get his arms up, and keep up his effort even when the play goes away from him. He had a key sack on the night which helped end a drive that HM needed to score on. He also got a carry-on offense and ripped the runoff for 30 yards. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["727311"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66dc9858b3a66"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Harris is an intriguing prospect for multiple reasons and he's doing exactly what he should as a senior. While they may be 0-3, it's not because the offense can't score. Harris moves the ball up and down the field when he gets in a rhythm. He towers over the line and can go through his reads. His completion percentage has gone up every year he's started, including this year. Last night, Tippecanoe Valley got a bunch of pressure up front all night, but Harris stood tall dealing under fire.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1425711"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66dc9858b3aaf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Last season, Woods proved he could handle a workhorse load and has done nothing but build upon that this season. He was fantastic again last night and ripped off big run after big run. He finished the night with just over 100 yards and a TD and then a handful of tackles defensively. He's a good LB with the size and speed to play in the second level. He's aggressive and attacks the ball, so we'll which side he ends up on at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->