Palmyra was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their tenth straight loss. They lost 29-6 to the Bishop Eustace Prep Crusaders. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Crusaders apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in November of 2020.
This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Mekhi Simmons and he. Simmons rushed for 135 yards and a touchdown while he rushed for 135 yards and a touchdown. He also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making four total tackles and defending three passes in addition to snagging an interception.
Palmyra's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Bishop Eustace Prep, their win ended a three-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-0.
Palmyra will welcome Holy Cross at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are at an even 4-4 against one another since September of 2014, but likely not for long. As for Bishop Eustace Prep, they will venture away from home to challenge Lindenwold at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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