Football Recap: East Henderson Eagles vs. Madison Patriots
East Henderson never let their opponents score on Friday. They breezed by the Madison Patriots at home to the tune of 42-0. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Eagles.
East Henderson's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Lex Burns led the charge by rushing for 42 yards and two touchdowns, while also throwing for 187 yards and two touchdowns while completing 83.3% of his passes. Isaac Schulz was Burns' top target, picking up 62 receiving yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 76 yards on only six carries.
East Henderson's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged four passes before it was all said and done. It was truly a group effort as Kynden Stephens, Eli Stokes, and Kaydin Williams picked up one apiece.
East Henderson's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Madison, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
East Henderson will venture away from home to challenge Hendersonville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. East Henderson is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Madison, they will welcome North Buncombe at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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