The third road match was the charm for Elizabeth Forward, as they earned their first road win of the season. They blew past the East Allegheny Wild Cats, posting a 41-14 win on the road. That's more bragging rights for the Warriors, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Elizabeth Forward was led to victory by Charlie Nigut and Ryan Messina. Nigut gained 224 total yards and three touchdowns, while Messina rushed for 79 yards and two touchdowns on only ten carries. Nigut's longest rush was for an impressive 61 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total.
Elizabeth Forward's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for East Allegheny, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Elizabeth Forward will look to defend their home field on Friday against South Fayette at 7:00 p.m. South Fayette will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Elizabeth Forward surely won't give up without a fight. As for East Allegheny, they will head out to face off against Highlands at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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