After losing to Grandview the last time they met, Cuba decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Cuba Wildcats came out on top against the Grandview Eagles by a score of 27-19 on Saturday.
Jesse Elrod was nothing short of spectacular: he rushed for 48 yards and two touchdowns, and also threw for 224 yards and two touchdowns. Paco Leos was another key player, rushing for 172 yards.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Cuba was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 219 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 179 rushing yards in three consecutive matches.
Cuba's win ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-1. As for Grandview, their loss was their first of the season and also makes their record 2-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cuba will head out to face off against Jefferson at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Grandview, they are taking a road trip to challenge Principia/Whitfield at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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