Owings Mills unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were dealt a 42-6 loss at the hands of the Urbana Hawks on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Golden Eagles have suffered since September 6, 2024.
Anthony Bland Jr threw for 138 yards and one TD. NaQueze Branch was his top target, picking up 82 receiving yards and one score.
Urbana's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Robert Preston, who rushed for 56 yards and one touchdown. Cayden McIver helped out on the ground, rushing for 83 yards.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Owings Mills is headed away from home for the first time to take on North County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Urbana, they will square off against Westminster at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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