Elite kicked off their season on the road on Thursday and hit a couple of potholes. They were outmatched by the Central Grizzlies and fell 39-12. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it 12 in a row.
Despite the loss, Elite saw an underclassman step up: freshman Ma'Kai Little threw for 188 yards and one TD on only 15 passes, and also rushed for 55 yards.
Central got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jeremiah Lee out in front who rushed for 103 yards and one touchdown, and also picked up 48 receiving yards and one score. Lee's longest rush was for an incredible 96 yards. Quincy Moore was in the mix as well, providing Central with two TDs.
Elite and Central will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Eagles see the field they'll take on Bethel at 7:00 p.m. on September 5. As for Central, their break will end when they face Bishop Union at 7:00 p.m. on September 19.
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