Football Recap: Civic Memorial Eagles vs. East Alton-Wood River Oilers
Civic Memorial won the last time they faced East Alton-Wood River, and things went their way on Friday too. The Civic Memorial Eagles came out on top against the East Alton-Wood River Oilers by a score of 21-8. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Eagles.
Among those leading the charge was Kevahn Flanagan, who rushed for 137 yards on only 15 carries. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in rushing yards. Parker Parnell made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Civic Memorial wouldn't let East Alton-Wood River keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Civic Memorial can thank Parnell and Flanagan for forcing both of them.
Civic Memorial's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for East Alton-Wood River, they are on an 11-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Civic Memorial is taking a road trip to square off against Roxana at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Civic Memorial is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for East Alton-Wood River, they will look to take advantage of their home-field for the first time this season as they take on Marquette Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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