Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Metro-East Lutheran Knights on Thursday, falling 28-6. The Lions just can't catch a break and have now endured ten defeats in a row dating back to last season.
Jaeden Jackson threw for 131 yards and a touchdown.
Everett Roughton was his top target, picking up 58 receiving yards and a touchdown.
Unity Christian/Mt. Pulaski will hit the road for the first time this season to challenge South Fork/Edinburg/Morrisonville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Metro-East Lutheran, they will take on St. Thomas More at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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