Football Recap: Berea Bulldogs vs. Travelers Rest Devildogs
Berea was handed a 56-point defeat in their previous outing, but they didn't let that bad energy affect their game against Travelers Rest on Saturday. The Berea Bulldogs had just enough and edged the Travelers Rest Devildogs out 24-21. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Bulldogs have posted since October 20, 2023.
Berea's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Amazay Robinson led the charge by rushing for 60 yards and a touchdown, while also throwing for 156 yards and a touchdown.
Berea didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Destin Eichelberger. Jelani Bradley was another major factor on D, picking up two sacks and making nine total tackles.
The victory snapped Berea's losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 3-5 record. As for Travelers Rest, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 1-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Berea will take on Blue Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Travelers Rest, they will face off against Pickens at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Travelers Rest is facing Pickens at the right time seeing as Pickens is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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