Football Recap: Cocalico Eagles vs. Manheim Central Barons
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Cocalico). They enjoyed a cozy 30-14 victory over the Manheim Central Barons on Friday. Winning may never get old, but the Eagles sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Cocalico was led to victory by Josh Myer and Dane Horning. Myer rushed for 133 yards and a touchdown on only 15 carries, while Horning rushed for 108 yards and a touchdown. That's the most rushing yards Horning has posted since back in November of 2023.
Cocalico was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 342 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 173 rushing yards in six consecutive contests.
When it comes to explaining why Manheim Central lost, don't look at Raymond Lewis. Despite the final result, he threw for 120 yards and two touchdowns.
Cocalico's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Manheim Central, their loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cocalico will square off against Ephrata at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Cocalico's defense has only allowed 15.2 points per game this season, so Ephrata's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Manheim Central, they will head out to take on Solanco at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Manheim Central is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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