Minnechaug Regional was the 49-14 winner over East Longmeadow when they last played one another back in September of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Minnechaug Regional Falcons took a hard 31-14 fall against the East Longmeadow Spartans on Friday. The Falcons' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
East Longmeadow's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kevin Baker, who rushed for 64 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries, and also threw for 113 yards and a touchdown. Another rusher making a difference was Brandon Phillips Jr, who rushed for 142 yards and a touchdown.
Minnechaug Regional's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for East Longmeadow, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Minnechaug Regional's road trip will continue as they head out to face Wachusett Regional at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for East Longmeadow, they will venture away from home to challenge Tantasqua Regional at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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