Hey there, I was trying to find information on individual records for the most rushing yards in a single high school football game. It's purely out of curiosity, but I'm finding it a bit hard to dig up this info. Does anyone have any insights or know where I can find such stats? Thanks in advance!
Sure, I can help. High School football records can be fascinating. When it comes to individual records like the most rushing yards in a single game, it can be a bit more complicated to find because such records are usually maintained locally or by the state athletic associations rather than on a national basis.
However, you might find the records you're seeking if you check out the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and their record book. They maintain records for a variety of sports, including football, and might have information regarding the highest rushing yards in a single game.
You can also try looking at MaxPreps, a great resource for all things related to high school sports. They often have in-depth statistics and records, which could have the information you're looking for.
It's important to note, though, that the reporting of stats is voluntary and can vary from school to school, which can make finding comprehensive state or national statistics a bit challenging. Still, websites like those mentioned above should be your best bet!
And just for a bit of trivia: as of my knowledge from a couple of years back, the individual record for most rushing yards in a game is held by John Giannantonio of Netcong, NJ who ran for an astounding 754 yards in a game back in 1950! I'm sure that record has given many running backs a target to shoot for!
Hope this satisfies your curiosity!
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