Elkhorn got themselves on the board against Gretna East on Thursday, but Gretna East never followed suit. They were the clear victor by a 21-0 margin over the Gretna East Griffins. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Antlers.
Elliot Beister was a one-man wrecking crew for Elkhorn as he rushed for 131 yards and two touchdowns on only 12 carries. Another rusher making a difference was Xander Ardley Jr., who rushed for 70 yards and a touchdown.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: Elkhorn was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 232 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Gretna East only rushed for 89.
Elkhorn now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Gretna East, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Elkhorn will head out to square off against Waverly at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Gretna East, they will face off against Standing Bear at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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