Eisenhower is 7-2 against Union City since October of 2014, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Eisenhower Knights will welcome the Union City Bears at 7:00 p.m. Eisenhower's defense has only allowed 12 points per game this season, so Union City's offense will have their work cut out for them.
Eisenhower took a loss when they played away from home two weeks ago, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They claimed a resounding 27-0 victory over Cochranton at home. That looming 27-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Knights yet this season.
One reason for the win was Eisenhower's imposing defense, which managed to get into the backfield for three sacks. Leading the way was Gavin Lindemuth with two.
Meanwhile, Union City was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their ninth straight defeat dating back to last season. They fell 21-14 to Saegertown. One positive for the Bears, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Union City's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Matt Eliason, who rushed for 21 yards and a touchdown, and Jj Karmazin, who picked up 30 receiving yards and a touchdown. Karmazin was even better on defense, forcing a fumble, making three total tackles, and making three total tackles in addition to snagging an interception. Austin Brown handled things on the ground, rushing for 100 yards.
Union City wouldn't let Saegertown keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Union City can thank Steven Klakamp and Karmazin for forcing both of them. Hunter Michael was another major factor on D, picking up a sack and making eight total tackles (3.0 for loss).
Eisenhower now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Union City, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-5.
Eisenhower took their win against Union City in their previous meeting back in September of 2023 by a conclusive 34-13. Does Eisenhower have another victory up their sleeve, or will Union City turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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