On Saturday, Elbert faced Simla in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Elbert Bulldogs were beaten by the Simla Cubs 54-6. The Bulldogs haven't had much luck with the Cubs recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Simla had a senior duo take command as Tj Eurich gained 154 total yards and three touchdowns and Caston Cox threw for 144 yards and four touchdowns on only 12 passes. Eurich's rushing production has been exceptional recently as that marked his third straight game with at least 112 rushing yards. Ethan Kissam was another key player, rushing for 63 yards and a touchdown on only six carries.
Elbert's loss dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Simla, they pushed their record up to 6-2 with the win, which was their fifth straight at home.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Elbert will head out to take on Calhan at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Simla, they are taking a road trip to square off against South Park at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Simla is facing South Park at the right time seeing as South Park is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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