Wichita ? The Veritas Christian football team earned its fourth victory in a row Friday night, cruising, 64-18, against Wichita Word of Life in a game shortened to three quarters by the mercy rule.

“(Word of Life) is a young team that is rebuilding,” Veritas coach Doug Bennett said. “Our guys just executed well.”

Veritas (4-3) executed perfectly in its passing game. Ben Balman completed all six of his passes for 87 yards and two touchdowns. Backup quarterback Josh Masrud completed all of three of his attempts for 99 yards and one touchdown.

On the ground, Balman ran six times for 100 yards and two touchdowns. Michael Kay ran seven times for 81 yards and two touchdowns.

Veritas will play host to St. Mary’s Academy on Friday.

Veritas Christian 64,

Wichita Word of Life 18

Veritas 20 36 8 – 64

Wichita Word of Life 0 12 6 – 18

V – Michael Kay 19 run (Ben Balman rush)

V – Ben Balman 9 run (kick failed)

V – Jacob Reynolds 20 pass from Balman (pass failed)

V – Kay 30 pass from Balman (pass failed)

V – Craig Bell 70 pass from Josh Masrud (run failed)

W – Evan Weddle 63 pass from Anthony Williamson (pass failed)

V – Reynolds 80 kickoff return (Reynolds pass from Balman)

V – Reynolds 21 run (Hogan Randall run)

W – Williamson 69 run (pass failed)

V – Masrud 9 run (Reynolds run)

W – Williamson 66 run (pass failed)

V – Kay 25 run (Kay pass from Balman)