The Astoria/VIT Rebels will challenge the Princeville Princes at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Having struggled with six losses in a row dating back to last season, Astoria/VIT finally turned things around against ROWVA/Williamsfield on Friday. They secured a 34-28 W over the Cougars. The Rebels' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Astoria/VIT's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Hunter Adkins, who rushed for 99 yards and two touchdowns. That's the most rushing yards Adkins has posted since back in September of 2023. The team also got some help courtesy of Tyler Essex, who rushed for 39 yards and two touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Princeville put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat Monmouth United 40-8 on the road. That looming 40-8 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Princes yet this season.
Astoria/VIT's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Princeville, they pushed their record up to 5-0 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road.
Astoria/VIT couldn't quite finish off Princeville in their previous meeting back in September of 2023 and fell 34-32. Can Astoria/VIT avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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