YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Mooney showcased their strong defense along with its big-play offense and special teams in Friday’s 48-12 playoff victory over South Range.

The Cardinals improve to 8-2 as they’ll meet Garfield next week in the Division 5 Region 17 semifinal.

South Range ends their season at 7-5.

Just three weeks ago, Mooney escaped with a 38-30 over the Raiders.

After forcing South Range to punt at the conclusion of their first offensive possession,

Mooney took over near their own 30-yard line. Vince Gentile found senior Kingston Powell to move the chains for the Cardinals on third down. However, three plays later, the home team could not gain another play that would extend the drive as Mooney was forced to punt.

The defenses demonstrated their will early as both units coer

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