Calera was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 13th straight defeat. They were dealt a 55-28 loss at the hands of the Benjamin Russell Wildcats. Despite 91 more yards than the Wildcats, the Eagles couldn't convert that extra yardage to scores.
Calera's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Demetrius Davis, who rushed for 62 yards and two touchdowns. Calera also got help from Elijah Bates, who showed off his sure hands for 92 receiving yards.
Even though they lost, Calera was moving up and down the field and finished the game with 459 total yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Benjamin Russell only gained 368.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Benjamin Russell to victory, but perhaps none more so than T.J. Wilson, who rushed for 151 yards and two touchdowns while picking up 8.4 yards per carry. With that strong performance, Wilson is now averaging an impressive 109.7 rushing yards per game. Alijah Johnson was another key player, throwing for 185 yards and three touchdowns on only 15 passes.
Calera's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Benjamin Russell, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Calera will host Pelham at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Calera is facing Pelham at the right time seeing as Pelham is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Benjamin Russell, they will be playing at home against Chilton County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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