A victory for East just wasn't in the cards on Friday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They had to suffer through a 63-13 loss at the hands of the Ruskin Golden Eagles. The loss leaves East without a win on the season.
Ruskin got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Leonard Butler Iv out in front who rushed for 160 yards on only six carries. Butler Iv's longest rush was for an impressive 53 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. Adarious Brown was another key signal caller, throwing for 156 yards and a touchdown on perfect 5-for-5 passing.
East's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Ruskin, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
East will venture away from home to take on Highland Park at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ruskin, they will welcome Platte County at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Platte County's favor is that they have posted at least 31 points in their last four contests.
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