Football Recap: Erie Tigers vs. Brighton Bulldogs
Erie had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They really took it to the Brighton Bulldogs for the full four quarters, racking up a 45-0 win on the road. The victory was nothing new for the Tigers as they're now sitting on 14 straight dating back to last season.
Gavin Lusk was the offensive standout of the matchup as he rushed for 80 yards and a touchdown on only eight carries.
Lusk wasn't the only one working in the rushing yards department: Erie was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 228 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 159 rushing yards in 11 consecutive games dating back to last season.
Erie's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. The picks came courtesy of Cyler Campbell and Braylon Toliver.
Erie will head out on the road to square off against Ralston Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Brighton, they are headed away from home for the first time to take on Douglas County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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