South Eugene couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They were beaten by the Thurston Colts 53-0 on Friday. The Axe just can't catch a break and have now endured seven losses in a row dating back to last season.
Thurston had a senior duo take command as Ashden Weiler gained 51 total yards and four touchdowns and Noah Blair threw for 213 yards and three touchdowns while completing 85.7% of his passes.
The win made it two in a row for Thurston and bumps their season record up to 2-0.
South Eugene will head out to face off against North Eugene at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Thurston, they will head out on the road to square off against Eagle Point at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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