Union was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They fell 14-6 to the Westfield Blue Devils. That makes it the first time this season the Farmers have let down their home crowd.
Despite the loss, Union still got an impressive performance from David Gardiner, who rushed for 152 yards and a touchdown. Union also got a significant boost from Omalley King, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 103 yards.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Union was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 256 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've managed all season.
Union's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Westfield, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Union will take on Hunterdon Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Westfield, they will challenge St. Joseph on Saturday.
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