Nevada Union lost to Christian Brothers back in September of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Miners claimed a resounding 52-20 victory over the Falcons. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Miners.
Nevada Union had a senior duo take command as Rhyder Eelkema gained 205 total yards and four touchdowns and Brandon McCallum rushed for 233 yards and two scores while picking up 9.7 yards per carry. Eelkema really caught the secondary sleeping when he pulled down a catch that went for 74 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of JC Harris, who threw for 131 yards and a pair of TDs.
Nevada Union was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 439 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 171 rushing yards every time they've taken the field this season.
Owen Hooper
| 09/05/25 @ Christian Brothers | 6 |
| 08/29/25 vs Bella Vista | 6 |
| 08/22/25 @ Chico | 5 |
Nevada Union didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. The picks came courtesy of McCallum and Owen Hooper. Hooper is also crushing it when it comes to total tackles: he's made at least five every time he's taken the field this season.
Christian Brothers' defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Gunnar Marsh, who picked up 103 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Marsh didn't just play on offense: he also forced one fumble and made eight total tackles. Deakon Holden was another key player, having thrown for 251 yards and three touchdowns.
Nevada Union now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Christian Brothers, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Coming up, Nevada Union will host Casa Roble at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Miners will need to watch out since the Rams have now posted at least 31 points every time they've taken the field this season. As for Christian Brothers, they will face off against Jesuit at 7:00 p.m. on the 13th.
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