Fort Morgan unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 21-14 to the Pueblo East Eagles on Friday. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it seven in a row.
Despite the loss, Fort Morgan still got an impressive performance from Jj Marquez, who rushed for 46 yards and a pair of TDs, and also threw for 129 yards on 11 of 20 attempts.
Fort Morgan didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of Juan Sanchez-Calvillo Iii and Brodin Jess.
Among those leading the charge was Dolphka Lewis, who rushed for 84 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. Brendon Andrada got in on the action too, returning a kick for a touchdown.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Fort Morgan will challenge Brush at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pueblo East, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Discovery Canyon at 7:00 p.m. on September 4.
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