Football Recap: East Longmeadow Spartans vs. Minnechaug Regional Falcons
East Longmeadow hadn't done well against Minnechaug Regional recently (they were 1-7 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The East Longmeadow Spartans took down the Minnechaug Regional Falcons 31-14. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Spartans.
East Longmeadow's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Kevin Baker led the charge by rushing for 64 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries, while also throwing for 113 yards and a touchdown. Another back making a difference was Brandon Phillips Jr, who rushed for 142 yards and a touchdown.
East Longmeadow's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Minnechaug Regional, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. East Longmeadow will square off against Tantasqua Regional at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Minnechaug Regional, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Wachusett Regional at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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