A victory for Eunice just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were dealt a 48-21 defeat at the hands of the Iowa Yellowjackets. While losing is never fun, the Bobcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Louisiana football rankings (they are ranked 171st, while the Yellowjackets are ranked 36th).
Iowa's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but J'Vien Adams led the charge by rushing for 143 yards and two touchdowns on only 15 carries. Adams' rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 143 rushing yards. Jeremiah Bushnell was another key pass catcher, gaining 111 total yards and three touchdowns.
Eunice's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Iowa, the win (which was their sixth in a row) raised their record to 7-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Eunice will head out to challenge Leesville at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Eunice is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Iowa, they will venture away from home to square off against LaGrange at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Iowa is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 43.6 points per game this season.
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