Football Recap: Menendez Falcons vs. Yulee Hornets
Menendez lost to Yulee back in November of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Menendez Falcons blew past the Yulee Hornets 30-8. Considering the Falcons have won three matches by more than 21 points this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
Menendez's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Cash Downey, who threw for 174 yards on 12 of 18 attempts, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground.
Menendez wouldn't let Yulee keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Menendez can thank Joseph Soto and Trenton Williams for forcing both of them. Williams also set a new season high mark in total tackles with nine. Another thorn in Yulee's side was Kayne Vona, who made five total tackles and defended two passes in addition to snagging an interception which he returned one-yard for a touchdown.
Menendez's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-4. A key ingredient in that success has been their rushing production: they averaged an imposing 154 rushing yards in those games compared to only 154 in the others. As for Yulee, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-8.
As of now, neither Menendez nor Yulee have any future games scheduled.
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