East Union's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They blew past the Bruce Trojans 50-27. The high-flying offensive performance was a huge turnaround for the Urchins considering their six-point performance the contest before.
Drew Hollimon was the offensive standout of the game as he rushed for 113 yards on only six carries, and also threw for 202 yards on only 14 passes. His longest rush was for an impressive 58 yards, which helps to explain his lofty yards per carry total. East Union also got a significant boost from Charlie Hazel, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 103 yards.
He was just one part of a punishing run game: East Union was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 247 rushing yards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Bruce only rushed for 104.
Despite the defeat, Bruce had strong showings from Jermaine Jackson, who picked up 137 receiving yards and two touchdowns, and Josh Long, who threw for 235 yards and three touchdowns.
East Union now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Bruce, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
East Union will face off against Alcorn Central at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bruce, they will square off against Thrasher at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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