Union Grove scored the most points they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They fell just short of the Elysian Fields Yellowjackets by a score of 42-40.
When it comes to explaining why Union Grove lost, don't look at Jace Roberts. Despite the final result, he threw for 237 yards and four touchdowns on only 18 passes, and also rushed for 64 yards and two touchdowns. Roberts' passing game has become a key predictor of Union Grove's success: the team is undefeated when his passer rating is 100 or higher, but only 1-2 otherwise.
Leading Elysian Fields to victory were Lawson Swank and Nunu Kennedy. Swank rushed for 119 yards and three touchdowns, while Kennedy gained 189 total yards and three touchdowns. Kennedy didn't just play on offense: he also forced a fumble, made seven total tackles, and defended a pass.
Union Grove's loss dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Elysian Fields, their record is now 5-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Union Grove will welcome Ore City at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Union Grove is facing Ore City at the right time seeing as Ore City is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Elysian Fields, they will host Big Sandy at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Elysian Fields is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 40 points per game this season.
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