Eau Claire can finally bid farewell to their 11-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They enjoyed a cozy 34-18 win over the Bethune-Bowman Mohawks. The high-flying offensive performance was a huge turnaround for the Shamrocks considering their six-point performance the match before.
Eau Claire's defense was in the mix too, especially the secondary: they snagged three passes before it was all said and done. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Jahcory Sumter. He also put in work on the defensive side of the ball, making five total tackles and defending a pass in addition to snagging three interceptions. Jayvon Coppadge was another major factor on D, forcing a fumble and making ten total tackles (4.0 for loss).
Despite the loss, Bethune-Bowman saw an underclassman step up: Maurice Dawson rushed for 141 yards and two touchdowns on only six carries. Dawson's longest rush was for an impressive 65 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
The victory got Eau Claire back to even at 1-1. As for Bethune-Bowman, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Eau Claire will venture away from home to face off against Greenwood Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Eau Claire is no doubt hoping to put an end to a seven-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Bethune-Bowman, they will take on Woodland at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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