Football Recap: Eisenhower Starts Season with Defeat at Home

By Team Reports Sep 4, 2024, 11:27am

Football Recap: Eisenhower Knights vs. Reynolds Raiders

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Eisenhower couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They took a 15-0 bruising from the Reynolds Raiders on Friday. The Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Raiders apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in November of 2023.

Eisenhower'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 Tanner Lookenhouse and Caleb Jakubczak. Jakubczak didn't just play on offense: he also made 11 total tackles and defended two passes in addition to snagging an interception.

Among those leading the charge was Gabriel Minjarez, who rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown. His also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, forcing a fumble and making three total tackles.

Eisenhower will look to defend their home field on Friday against Saegertown at 7:00 p.m. As for Reynolds, they will welcome Maplewood at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.

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