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SJB running attack key to title hopes

St. John the Baptist's Christian Turri runs for

Photo credit: Kathleen Malone-Van Dyke | St. John the Baptist's Christian Turri runs for a touchdown in the first quarter against Holy Trinity in the CHSFL AA football quarterfinal playoff game. (Nov. 18, 2012)

St. John the Baptist is looking for a repeat, of sorts. For the first time since 1981, the Cougars are hoping to reach double-digits in wins when they face Xavier (8-2) for the CHSFL AA crown Saturday night at Mitchel Athletic Complex.

St. John the Baptist (9-1) will launch its running attack at the Knights. The Cougars -- who had five backs rush for at least 366 yards -- welcome the return...

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