Evergreen had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They were the clear victor by a 47-27 margin over the Montbello Warriors on Friday. With the Cougars ahead 33-13 at the half, the matchup was all but over already.
Evergreen's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Josh Bittner, who rushed for 29 yards and three touchdowns. Jace Jodie was another key back, gaining 109 total yards and a touchdown.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Evergreen was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 328 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Montbello only rushed for 103.
Several Warriors players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Jeveon West, who threw for 164 yards and two touchdowns. A healthy portion of that aerial production (82 yards to be exact) went to Cassiyr Crowley, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
This is the second loss in a row for Montbello and nudges their season record down to 0-2.
Evergreen will host George Washington at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Montbello, they will challenge Windsor at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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