Football Recap: Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski Starts Season with Loss at Home

By Team Reports Aug 31, 2024, 6:18am

Football Recap: Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski Lions vs. Metro-East Lutheran Knights

Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Metro-East Lutheran Knights on Thursday, falling 28-6. The Lions just can't catch a break and have now endured ten defeats in a row dating back to last season.

Jaeden Jackson threw for 131 yards and a touchdown. Everett Roughton was his top target, picking up 58 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski will hit the road for the first time this season to challenge South Fork/Edinburg/Morrisonville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Metro-East Lutheran, they will take on St. Thomas More at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.

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