Cedar Creek posted their closest victory since September 1, 2023 on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 27-25 win over the Oakcrest Falcons. That's more bragging rights for the Pirates, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Aamir Dunbar was his usual excellent self, rushing for 182 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 7.6 yards per carry. His rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 131 rushing yards dating back to last season. Darius Benjamin was another key player, picking up 67 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Cedar Creek was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 239 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 153 rushing yards in three consecutive games.
Cedar Creek didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Frenchmon Bethea and Jahmir Campfield.
Cedar Creek's record is now 4-2. As for Oakcrest, the loss snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-2 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cedar Creek will be staying on the road on Friday to face off against Lower Cape May. Cedar Creek is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 29.8 points per game this season. As for Oakcrest, they will head out to square off against Pleasantville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Oakcrest is facing Pleasantville at the right time seeing as Pleasantville is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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