Eastern Hancock had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They blew past the Greencastle Tiger Cubs, posting a 50-14 win. The Royals' offense checked out after the first half but had enough points banked to take the game anyway.
Elijah Edon
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Elijah Edon had an outrageously good game as he threw for 167 yards and four touchdowns while completing 75% of his passes, and also rushed for 139 yards and one score on only eight carries. That's the most passing touchdowns he has posted since back in August of 2024. Another player making a difference was Mark Kube, who rushed for 116 yards and one TD on only 11 carries.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Eastern Hancock was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 328 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Greencastle only rushed for 62 rushing yards.
Greencastle's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Trevin Long, who picked up 102 receiving yards and one score. Long was no stranger to the big play, cutting upfield on a catch that went for 50 yards. The team also got some help courtesy of Taevyn King, who picked up 97 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Looking ahead, Eastern Hancock will look to takes advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they takes on North Decatur at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Greencastle, they will challenge South Putnam at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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