Cocoa Beach had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were dealt a 58-7 loss at the hands of the Melbourne Bulldogs. The Minutemen were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 51-7.
Remy Vigne threw for 168 yards and one TD. Arturo Stanley was his top target, picking up 80 receiving yards. On the ground, Ryan Rogers rushed for 26 yards.
Melbourne was led to victory by Edrick Hall and Tyrese Jefferson. Hall rushed for 37 yards and a pair of scores, while Jefferson rushed for 67 yards and three touchdowns on only five carries.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cocoa Beach will take on Master's Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Melbourne, they are headed away from home for the first time to square off against Merritt Island at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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