There's no place like home for Messalonskee, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They came out on top against the Gardiner Tigers by a score of 13-6 on Friday. That's more bragging rights for the Eagles, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Messalonskee was led to victory by Tatum Doucette and Denny Martin. Doucette rushed for 89 yards, while Martin picked up 26 receiving yards and a touchdown. An impressive showing, but Martin really ramped things up playing D: he forced a fumble and made three total tackles (2.0 for loss).
Messalonskee's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged two passes before it was all said and done. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Drake Brunelle. Dawson Dingus was another major factor on D, forcing a fumble, making nine total tackles (2.0 for loss), and defending a pass.
The victory got Messalonskee back to even at 2-2. As for Gardiner, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Messalonskee will host Lawrence at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Gardiner, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Skowhegan at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Gardiner's defense has only allowed 16.6 points per game this season, so Skowhegan's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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