The East Rutherford Cavaliers will be defending their home-field for the first time for the first time when they go up against the T.C. Roberson Rams at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. East Rutherford will be strutting in after a win while T.C. Roberson will be coming in after a loss.
East Rutherford is coming home in high spirits after they had to open their season on the road against Bessemer City. East Rutherford claimed a resounding 45-0 victory over Bessemer City on the road.
East Rutherford got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Brandon Pinkerton out in front who rushed for 115 yards while picking up 7.2 yards per carry. Adam Garcia was in the mix too, providing East Rutherford with a fumble recovery touchdown touchdowns.
East Rutherford wouldn't let Bessemer City keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. East Rutherford can thank Prince Stringer and Matthew Pinkerton for forcing both of them.
Meanwhile, T.C. Roberson couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost to Watauga at home by a 14-0 margin on Friday. The Rams haven't had much luck with the Pioneers recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
East Rutherford took a serious blow against T.C. Roberson when the teams last played back in August of 2023, falling 56-6. Will East Rutherford have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other football content.
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