Football Recap: East Union Takes a Loss + How To Watch

By Team Reports Sep 22, 2025, 3:28pm

Football Recap: East Union Urchins vs. Hamilton Lions

HOW TO WATCH: This game can be replayed on the NFHS Network, the official streaming partner of the MS High School Activities Assn. (MHSAA) & East Union High School. Watch Full Replay

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East Union extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Friday, dropping them down to 0-4. They lost 30-6 to the Hamilton Lions. The Urchins were not able to make up for their defeat to the Lions from their previous meeting back in October of 2024.

Despite the loss, East Union still got an impressive performance from Heath Wilkinson, who rushed for 110 yards on only six carries, and also picked up 46 receiving yards.

As for Hamilton, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-1-1. That looming 30-6 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.

Justin Verner was a one-man wrecking crew as he threw for 224 yards and two TDs while completing 76.5% of his passes, and also rushed for 75 yards and one touchdown. Those 224 passing yards gave him a new career-high.

Coming up, East Union will be playing in front of their home fans against Baldwyn at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bearcats' defense has only allowed 14.5 points per game this season, so the Urchins' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Hamilton, they will head out on the road to take on Smithville at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.

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