Effingham unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Breese Central Cougars and fell 42-7. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Despite the defeat, Effingham saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Jenner Pals picked up 116 receiving yards and one score. The bulk of those receiving yards came from one huge play: a catch that gained an incredible 70 yards.
Breese Central was led to victory by Owen Kehrer and Cole Davis. Kehrer threw for 205 yards and a pair of touchdowns, while Davis rushed for 76 yards and two TDs. Davis also deserves a shoutout for his performance on D, making three total tackles (1.0 for loss) and defending two passes.
Effingham wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next match, a 35-14 victory against Mt. Carmel on the 5th. As for Breese Central, they have also already played their next game, a 46-0 win against Mater Dei on the 5th.
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