Gateway came into Friday's match having lost ten straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Bonita Springs Bullsharks 26-23. The Eagles' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Justin Jean Louis was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 124 yards and a touchdown on only 12 carries, and also picked up 79 receiving yards and a touchdown.all of that, receiving production came thanks to one massive catch Christopher Davis was in the mix too, providing Gateway with two touchdowns.
When it comes to explaining why Bonita Springs lost on Friday, don't look at Daniel Haith. Despite the final result, he rushed for 127 yards while picking up 7.1 yards per carry.
Gateway's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Bonita Springs, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gateway's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Parrish Community at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Parrish Community is coming into the game with three straight victories on the road, so Gateway will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Bonita Springs, they will host Barron Collier at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Barron Collier will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each contest than the last.
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